1984 Citroen BX vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1984 Citroen BX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,361 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Subaru Leone (68 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1984 Citroen BX. (61 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen BX weights approximately 20 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Because 1972 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1984 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | BX | Leone |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
