2001 Kia Rio vs. 1977 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2001 Kia Rio is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Kia Rio (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Subaru Leone weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 Kia Rio.
Because 1977 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Kia Rio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Kia Rio (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Kia Rio | 1977 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Rio | Leone |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1342 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2450 mm |
