1998 Citroen Saxo vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1998 Citroen Saxo is newer by 23 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Subaru Leone (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Saxo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Subaru Leone weights approximately 20 kg more than 1998 Citroen Saxo. 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, 1975 Subaru Leone (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Saxo. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1975 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Saxo | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Saxo | Leone |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1122 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |
