2009 Citroen C5 vs. 1977 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C5 weights approximately 442 kg more than 1977 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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 C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C5 | 1977 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C5 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
