1999 Kia Avella vs. 1983 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1999 Kia Avella is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1983 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1983 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Avella weights approximately 98 kg more than 1983 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Kia Avella | 1983 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Avella | Leone |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2390 mm |
