1978 Renault 4 vs. 1981 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1981 Subaru Leone is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Subaru Leone (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Subaru Leone weights approximately 105 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. 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, 1981 Subaru Leone (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Renault 4 | 1981 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | 4 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 72 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
