2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 34 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Subaru Leone (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 82 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Because 1975 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 2009 Citroen C3 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C3 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
