1988 Citroen AX vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 834 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 Legacy 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 Legacy 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 Legacy (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy 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 Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | AX | Legacy |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1505 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |