1991 Citroen BX vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1991 Citroen BX is newer by 16 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Subaru Leone (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1991 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 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 45 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Subaru Leone (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen BX. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen BX. 1975 Subaru Leone has automatic transmission and 1991 Citroen BX has manual transmission. 1991 Citroen BX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Subaru Leone will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Citroen BX | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | BX | Leone |
Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |