1973 Citroen GS vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1979 Subaru Leone is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen GS would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru Leone (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen GS weights approximately 70 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone.
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, 1979 Subaru Leone (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen GS | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | GS | Leone |
Year Released | 1973 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2390 mm |