1984 Citroen Visa vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Subaru Legacy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 445 kg more than 1984 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | Visa | Legacy |
Year Released | 1984 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |