1988 Citroen BX vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen BX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | BX | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2624 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
