1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1987 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1987 Subaru Leone is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Subaru Leone (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Subaru Leone weights approximately 240 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Subaru Leone (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen Visa | 1987 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | Visa | Leone |
Year Released | 1985 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |