1989 Citroen XM vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 645 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone. 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, 1989 Citroen XM (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone. 1989 Citroen XM has automatic transmission and 1975 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1975 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Citroen XM will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | XM | Leone |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1176 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
