1996 Renault Megane vs. 1971 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1996 Renault Megane is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Megane (94 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1971 Subaru Leone. (79 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Megane weights approximately 585 kg more than 1971 Subaru Leone. 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, 1996 Renault Megane (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru Leone. (109 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Renault Megane | 1971 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Megane | Leone |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1869 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
