1966 Renault Dauphine vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1972 Subaru Leone is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Subaru Leone (60 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (38 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Subaru Leone weights approximately 163 kg more than 1966 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Subaru Leone (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault Dauphine. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Renault Dauphine | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Dauphine | Leone |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 632 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2450 mm |
