1966 Renault 10 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1966 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 769 kg more than 1966 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Renault 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Renault 10 | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 10 | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 42 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
