1982 Citroen Visa vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP) has 225 more horse power than 1982 Citroen Visa. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen Visa.

Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen Visa. (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen Visa.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Citroen Visa 2010 Subaru Impreza
Make Citroen Subaru
Model Visa Impreza
Year Released 1982 2010
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1360 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 80 HP 305 HP
Torque 110 Nm 393 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 4415 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1796 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2624 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 64 L


 

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