1971 Subaru Leone vs. 2009 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1971 Subaru Leone. (68 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 464 kg more than 1971 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, 2009 Volkswagen Citi (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru Leone. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Citi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Subaru Leone | 2009 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Leone | Citi |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1361 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
