1998 Subaru Impreza vs. 2012 Citroen C1
To start off, 2012 Citroen C1 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 279 kg more than 2012 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Citroen C1. 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, 1998 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Subaru Impreza | 2012 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Subaru | Citroen |
| Model | Impreza | C1 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1144 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2350 mm |
