1956 Renault Dauphine vs. 1974 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1974 Subaru Leone is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,361 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Subaru Leone (60 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1956 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Subaru Leone weights approximately 163 kg more than 1956 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Renault Dauphine is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Subaru Leone (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Renault Dauphine. (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Renault Dauphine | 1974 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Dauphine | Leone |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2450 mm |
