2009 Kia Cee'd vs. 1991 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Kia Cee'd is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cee'd (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1991 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1991 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 410 kg more than 1991 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 Kia Cee'd (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Cee'd | 1991 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Kia | Subaru |
| Model | Cee'd | Leone |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
