1996 Citroen ZX vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1996 Citroen ZX is newer by 21 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Subaru Leone (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Citroen ZX. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen ZX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen ZX weights approximately 235 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, 1996 Citroen ZX (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone. 1975 Subaru Leone has automatic transmission and 1996 Citroen ZX has manual transmission. 1996 Citroen ZX 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:
| 1996 Citroen ZX | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | ZX | Leone |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
