1988 Citroen BX vs. 1991 Subaru Justy
To start off, 1991 Subaru Justy is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Subaru Justy (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen BX weights approximately 170 kg more than 1991 Subaru Justy.
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, 1988 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Justy. (97 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1991 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | BX | Justy |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |
