2001 Renault Kangoo vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2001 Renault Kangoo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (52 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 525 kg more than 1973 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Renault Kangoo 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, 2001 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Renault Kangoo | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Kangoo | Leone |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
