1990 Citroen C 15 vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 667 kg more than 1990 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen C 15.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Citroen C 15 2007 Subaru Legacy
Make Citroen Subaru
Model C 15 Legacy
Year Released 1990 2007
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 954 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 44 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 70 Nm 229 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 845 kg 1512 kg
Vehicle Length 4010 mm 4740 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 64 L


 

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