2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,361 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 85 kg more than 1973 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone.
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2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Kalos | Leone |
Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2450 mm |