2007 Citroen C2 vs. 1971 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2007 Citroen C2 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Subaru Leone (68 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C2 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1971 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, 2007 Citroen C2 (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru Leone. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C2 | 1971 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C2 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2450 mm |
