1987 Citroen AX vs. 1987 Subaru Leone

To start off, both 1987 Citroen AX and 1987 Subaru Leone were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (100 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1987 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Subaru Leone weights approximately 235 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.

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, 1987 Subaru Leone (123 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (120 Nm). This means 1987 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.

Compare all specifications:

1987 Citroen AX 1987 Subaru Leone
Make Citroen Subaru
Model AX Leone
Year Released 1987 1987
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1360 cc 1594 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 100 HP 72 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 123 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 795 kg 1030 kg
Vehicle Length 3540 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2470 mm