1999 Subaru Impreza vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 3 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 1999 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, 1999 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, 1999 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Subaru Impreza | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Subaru | Citroen |
| Model | Impreza | C3 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| 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 | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1008 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2470 mm |
