1975 Citroen CX vs. 1992 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1992 Subaru Leone is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen CX would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 265 kg more than 1992 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, 1975 Citroen CX (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 1992 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | CX | Leone |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
