1967 Citroen DS vs. 1984 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1984 Subaru Leone is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Citroen DS (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1984 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1984 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 632 kg more than 1984 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, 1967 Citroen DS (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 1984 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | DS | Leone |
Year Released | 1967 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2390 mm |