1987 Citroen AX vs. 1978 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Subaru Leone (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Subaru Leone weights approximately 278 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Subaru Leone (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1978 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen AX | 1978 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | AX | Leone |
Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |