1981 Citroen Visa vs. 1995 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 1995 Subaru Legacy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 628 kg more than 1981 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Legacy 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, 1995 Subaru Legacy (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Visa.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Citroen Visa 1995 Subaru Legacy
Make Citroen Subaru
Model Visa Legacy
Year Released 1981 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 652 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 35 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 50 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 722 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1410 mm


 

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