1988 Citroen AX vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 25 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 642 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 2013 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, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | AX | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.6 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
