2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1971 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1971 Subaru Leone. (68 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 1064 kg more than 1971 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, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe (343 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru Leone. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru Leone. 1971 Subaru Leone has automatic transmission and 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Subaru Leone will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1971 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Hyundai | Subaru |
Model | Santa Fe | Leone |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |