1983 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 708 kg more than 1983 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen Visa | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Visa | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 650 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 124 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 64 L |
