2005 Daewoo Matiz vs. 1981 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 24 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Subaru Leone (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Subaru Leone weights approximately 42 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. 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, 1981 Subaru Leone (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Matiz. (70 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1981 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Matiz | 1981 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Daewoo | Subaru |
| Model | Matiz | Leone |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 778 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2390 mm |
