2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1971 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 38 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 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1971 Subaru Leone. (79 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 849 kg more than 1971 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, 2009 Citroen C5 (170 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru Leone. (109 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 1971 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C5 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1748 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1624 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2450 mm |
