2002 Kia Retona vs. 1976 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2002 Kia Retona is newer by 26 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Kia Retona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Retona (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Leone. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Retona should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Retona weights approximately 922 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2002 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Leone. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Kia Retona | 1976 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Retona | Leone |
Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1872 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |