1989 Citroen XM vs. 1976 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Leone. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 550 kg more than 1976 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1989 Citroen XM (225 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Leone. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1976 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | XM | Leone |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 60 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2450 mm |
