2007 Kia Sportage vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2007 Kia Sportage 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sportage (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sportage weights approximately 747 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 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, 2007 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone. 2007 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 1975 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1975 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Sportage | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Sportage | Leone |
Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |