1991 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen Rally Raid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (68 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 580 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen Rally Raid | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Rally Raid | Leone |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2450 mm |
