1972 Citroen DS vs. 1994 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1994 Subaru Impreza is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Impreza (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 13 kg more than 1972 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Subaru Impreza (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen DS | 1994 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | DS | Impreza |
Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2530 mm |