1988 Citroen Visa vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1988 Citroen Visa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,176 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Subaru Leone (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Subaru Leone weights approximately 53 kg more than 1988 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, 1973 Subaru Leone (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen Visa | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | Visa | Leone |
Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1176 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |