1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 488 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Xantia | Leone |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
