2003 Hyundai Accent vs. 1981 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2003 Hyundai Accent is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Hyundai Accent (102 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 254 kg more than 1981 Subaru Leone. 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, 2003 Hyundai Accent (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Leone. 2003 Hyundai Accent has automatic transmission and 1981 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1981 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 | 1981 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | Accent | Leone |
Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2390 mm |