1986 Citroen Visa vs. 1995 Subaru Impreza

To start off, 1995 Subaru Impreza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen Visa (106 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1995 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1995 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 254 kg more than 1986 Citroen Visa.

Because 1995 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen Visa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1986 Citroen Visa (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Subaru Impreza.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Citroen Visa 1995 Subaru Impreza
Make Citroen Subaru
Model Visa Impreza
Year Released 1986 1995
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1579 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 106 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 134 Nm 128 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 890 kg 1144 kg
Vehicle Length 3710 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1580 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2530 mm


 

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