1971 Renault 10 vs. 1990 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1990 Subaru Leone is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Subaru Leone (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Subaru Leone weights approximately 242 kg more than 1971 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Renault 10 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 1971 Renault 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Subaru Leone (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 10 | 1990 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 10 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2470 mm |
