1981 Citroen Mehari vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1981 Citroen Mehari is newer by 8 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 1,361 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Subaru Leone (60 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Subaru Leone weights approximately 395 kg more than 1981 Citroen Mehari. 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 1981 Citroen Mehari. 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, 1973 Subaru Leone (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen Mehari | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | Mehari | Leone |
Year Released | 1981 | 1973 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |