2008 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1976 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2008 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 71 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 85 kg more than 1976 Subaru Leone.
Because 1976 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Subaru Leone 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, 1976 Subaru Leone (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daewoo Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Daewoo Kalos | 1976 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Daewoo | Subaru |
| Model | Kalos | Leone |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2450 mm |
