1979 Subaru Leone vs. 2012 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2012 Renault Thalia is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Thalia (97 HP) has 31 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Thalia should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Renault Thalia. 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, 2012 Renault Thalia (127 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm). This means 2012 Renault Thalia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Leone | 2012 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Subaru | Renault |
| Model | Leone | Thalia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2473 mm |
