1969 Renault 12 vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1979 Subaru Leone is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru Leone (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1969 Renault 12. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1969 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Subaru Leone weights approximately 100 kg more than 1969 Renault 12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Renault 12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone 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, 1979 Subaru Leone (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Renault 12. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Renault 12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Renault 12 | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 12 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
