1981 Subaru Leone vs. 1997 Kia Potentia
To start off, 1997 Kia Potentia is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Potentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Potentia (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Potentia should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Potentia weights approximately 645 kg more than 1981 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Kia Potentia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Kia Potentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Kia Potentia (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Potentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Leone. 1997 Kia Potentia has automatic transmission and 1981 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1981 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Kia Potentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Subaru Leone | 1997 Kia Potentia | |
Make | Subaru | Kia |
Model | Leone | Potentia |
Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2720 mm |