2008 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2008 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,866 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen Berlingo (69 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 158 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen Berlingo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 2008 Citroen Berlingo (125 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Berlingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Berlingo | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Berlingo | Leone |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1866 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2450 mm |
