1983 Citroen BX vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 29 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), 2012 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1983 Citroen BX. (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 636 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 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen BX. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | BX | Impreza |
Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 899 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2624 mm |