2001 Citroen C vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2001 Citroen C is newer by 26 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Subaru Leone (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C weights approximately 120 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, 1975 Subaru Leone (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C. (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C | Leone |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
