1980 Subaru Leone vs. 2010 Citroen C3
To start off, 2010 Citroen C3 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Subaru Leone (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 2010 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C3 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1980 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, 1980 Subaru Leone (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Citroen C3. (94 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1980 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Subaru Leone | 2010 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Subaru | Citroen |
| Model | Leone | C3 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
