2003 Renault Clio vs. 1981 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Clio weights approximately 710 kg more than 1981 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Renault Clio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Renault Clio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Clio | 1981 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Renault | Subaru |
| Model | Clio | Leone |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4650 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2390 mm |
