1992 Citroen C 15 vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1992 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 560 kg more than 1992 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 Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Citroen C 15 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | C 15 | Impreza |
Year Released | 1992 | 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 | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |