1948 Citroen 15 vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 104 kg more than 1948 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 15 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | 15 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2620 mm |