1987 Citroen Visa vs. 1986 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1987 Citroen Visa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru Leone (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Subaru Leone weights approximately 310 kg more than 1987 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, 1986 Subaru Leone (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen Visa | 1986 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | Visa | Leone |
Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1032 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |