1987 Citroen AX vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen AX would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (266 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 808 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (331 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (110 Nm). This means 2009 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | AX | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
