2006 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1978 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 28 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 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 685 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (297 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1978 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | Santa Fe | Leone |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3458 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |