1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1985 Citroen Visa is newer by 13 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen Visa (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (68 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen Visa weights approximately 6 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen Visa. 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, 1985 Citroen Visa (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen Visa | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | Visa | Leone |
Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |