1972 Citroen DS vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 41 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 183 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 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen DS. 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 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | DS | Impreza |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2347 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2625 mm |