1991 Citroen ZX vs. 1980 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1991 Citroen ZX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen ZX (71 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen ZX should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen ZX weights approximately 215 kg more than 1980 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, 1991 Citroen ZX (122 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Leone. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen ZX | 1980 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | ZX | Leone |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
