1995 Kia Capital vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1995 Kia Capital is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Kia Capital is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (79 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Capital weights approximately 525 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Kia Capital (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (109 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Kia Capital | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Capital | Leone |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |
