1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 1983 Subaru DL
To start off, 1984 Citroen C 15 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Subaru DL would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Subaru DL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Subaru DL (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Subaru DL should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1983 Subaru DL.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Subaru DL (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Subaru DL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen C 15 | 1983 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | C 15 | DL |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2470 mm |
