1991 Citroen BX vs. 1971 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1991 Citroen BX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,361 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Subaru Leone (79 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen BX weights approximately 155 kg more than 1971 Subaru Leone.
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, 1991 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru Leone. (109 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 1971 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | BX | Leone |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
