1994 Citroen AX vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Subaru Leone (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru Leone weights approximately 422 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone 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, 1985 Subaru Leone (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1985 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | AX | Leone |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
