1976 Renault 14 vs. 1995 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1995 Subaru Vivio is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 14 would be higher. At 1,216 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 14 (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Vivio. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 14 should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Vivio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 14 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1995 Subaru Vivio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Renault 14 (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Vivio. (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Vivio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Renault 14 | 1995 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 14 | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2320 mm |
