2004 Citroen C4 vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2004 Citroen C4 is newer by 29 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C4 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C4 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone. 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, 2004 Citroen C4 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C4 | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C4 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1176 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
