1975 Subaru Leone vs. 2011 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 2011 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 679 kg more than 1975 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, 2011 Citroen Berlingo (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Subaru Leone | 2011 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Subaru | Citroen |
| Model | Leone | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
