1982 Citroen CX vs. 1976 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1982 Citroen CX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Leone. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Citroen CX weights approximately 275 kg more than 1976 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Citroen CX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1982 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Leone. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen CX | 1976 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | CX | Leone |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
