1958 Renault Dauphine vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1972 Subaru Leone is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Subaru Leone (52 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1958 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Subaru Leone weights approximately 143 kg more than 1958 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 Subaru Leone (85 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 1972 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Renault Dauphine | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Dauphine | Leone |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2450 mm |
