1988 Citroen AX vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen AX would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 757 kg more than 1988 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | AX | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |
