2009 Kia Sorento vs. 1971 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Kia Sorento 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sorento (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1971 Subaru Leone. (68 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 525 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.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento 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, 2009 Kia Sorento (360 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru Leone. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Sorento | 1971 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Kia | Subaru |
Model | Sorento | Leone |
Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |