1998 Subaru Impreza vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 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) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C3 weights approximately 67 kg more than 1998 Subaru Impreza.
Because 1998 Subaru Impreza 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, 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Subaru Impreza | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Subaru | Citroen |
Model | Impreza | C3 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 72 HP |
Torque | 128 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1211 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |