2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 30 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, 2005 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 391 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, 2005 Citroen Xsara (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Xsara | Leone |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 60 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
