1999 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1976 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon (140 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1976 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, 1999 Hyundai Tiburon (165 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm). This means 1999 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Tiburon | 1976 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Tiburon | Leone |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |
