1965 Renault 10 vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Subaru Legacy is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault 10 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1965 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 765 kg more than 1965 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Renault 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy 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, 2001 Subaru Legacy (289 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Renault 10 | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 10 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2680 mm |
