1996 Citroen Saxo vs. 1990 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1996 Citroen Saxo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Saxo (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Subaru Leone weights approximately 97 kg more than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
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, 1996 Citroen Saxo (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Saxo | 1990 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Saxo | Leone |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
