1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1982 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1982 Subaru Leone is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Subaru Leone (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1978 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Subaru Leone weights approximately 17 kg more than 1978 Citroen Visa. 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, 1982 Subaru Leone (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen Visa. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 1982 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | Visa | Leone |
Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 822 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2390 mm |