1981 Subaru Leone vs. 2011 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2011 Kia Picanto is newer by 30 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Subaru Leone (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Picanto weights approximately 109 kg more than 1981 Subaru Leone.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Subaru Leone (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Picanto. (97 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Subaru Leone | 2011 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Subaru | Kia |
| Model | Leone | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2380 mm |
