1985 Citroen Visa vs. 2000 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2000 Subaru Impreza is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Impreza (295 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (104 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 394 kg more than 1985 Citroen Visa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Impreza (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 2000 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Visa | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| 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 | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 876 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
