1986 Citroen Visa vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 20 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Visa. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 670 kg more than 1986 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 1986 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 (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Visa. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen Visa | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Visa | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
