2006 Kia Sportage vs. 1980 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1980 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Leone. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Sportage | 1980 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Sportage | Leone |
Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2390 mm |