1983 Citroen BX vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen BX 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 (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 575 kg more than 1983 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen BX. 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 (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen BX | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | BX | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
