1973 Subaru Leone vs. 2011 Citroen C5
To start off, 2011 Citroen C5 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C5 weights approximately 492 kg more than 1973 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Citroen C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Subaru Leone | 2011 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Subaru | Citroen |
| Model | Leone | C5 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1361 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
