2007 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Sonata 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 2,657 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Sonata (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 830 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 Sonata (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Sonata | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
| Model | Sonata | Leone |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2657 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.7 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |
