1992 Subaru Legacy vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 228 kg more than 2012 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Subaru Legacy (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Subaru Legacy | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Subaru | Citroen |
| Model | Legacy | C3 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1022 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2470 mm |
