1985 Citroen BX vs. 1990 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1990 Subaru Justy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,359 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Subaru Justy (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1985 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen BX weights approximately 130 kg more than 1990 Subaru Justy.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Justy. (96 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1990 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | BX | Justy |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1187 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2290 mm |
