1949 Citroen 2CV vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1972 Subaru Leone is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,361 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Subaru Leone (79 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Subaru Leone weights approximately 305 kg more than 1949 Citroen 2CV. 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, 1972 Subaru Leone (109 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Citroen 2CV | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | 2CV | Leone |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
