1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1977 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 245 kg more than 1977 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 1977 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Xantia | Leone |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
