2002 Renault Clio vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2002 Renault Clio is newer by 23 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, 2002 Renault Clio (78 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Subaru Leone weights approximately 16 kg more than 2002 Renault Clio.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Renault Clio. 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, 2002 Renault Clio (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Clio | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Clio | Leone |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |
