2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 1978 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Accent is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Accent (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 17 kg more than 1978 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Hyundai Accent. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 2003 Hyundai Accent (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Leone. 2003 Hyundai Accent has automatic transmission and 1978 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1978 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Hyundai Accent will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Hyundai Accent | 1978 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | Accent | Leone |
Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1017 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |