2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 774 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sorento (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone. 2005 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1975 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1975 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Sorento | Leone |
Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1176 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 775 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |