2000 Ford Ka vs. 1990 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2000 Ford Ka is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru Leone would be higher. Both 2000 Ford Ka and 1990 Subaru Leone are equipped with a 1,299 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Subaru Leone (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Ford Ka. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Subaru Leone weights approximately 100 kg more than 2000 Ford Ka. 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, 2000 Ford Ka (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ka | 1990 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Ka | Leone |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |
