1996 Citroen ZX vs. 1998 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1998 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen ZX would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 74 kg more than 1996 Citroen ZX.
Because 1998 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen ZX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1996 Citroen ZX (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen ZX | 1998 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | ZX | Impreza |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1144 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |