2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 1978 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2006 Citroen Xsara is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 392 kg more than 1978 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 2006 Citroen Xsara (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen Xsara | 1978 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | Xsara | Leone |
Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |