2008 Ford Ka vs. 1988 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2008 Ford Ka is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru Leone would be higher. Both 2008 Ford Ka and 1988 Subaru Leone are equipped with a 1,299 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Ka (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Subaru Leone weights approximately 14 kg more than 2008 Ford Ka.
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, 2008 Ford Ka (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ka | 1988 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Ka | Leone |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
