2007 Hyundai Accent vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Accent is newer by 32 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Accent (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 233 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.
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, 2007 Hyundai Accent (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Accent | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Accent | Leone |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1058 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
