1990 Citroen BX vs. 1999 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1999 Subaru Impreza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Citroen BX. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 108 kg more than 1990 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Citroen BX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1999 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | BX | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1008 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
