2001 Hyundai Atos vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2001 Hyundai Atos is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru Leone (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 2001 Hyundai Atos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 2 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Subaru Leone (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Atos. 2001 Hyundai Atos has automatic transmission and 1979 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1979 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Hyundai Atos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Hyundai Atos | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Atos | Leone |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 822 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2390 mm |
