1994 Citroen AX vs. 1996 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 1996 Subaru Legacy is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Subaru Legacy (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 682 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 1996 Subaru Legacy 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, 1996 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, 1996 Subaru Legacy (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Citroen AX 1996 Subaru Legacy
Make Citroen Subaru
Model AX Legacy
Year Released 1994 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 954 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Horse Power 48 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 74 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 668 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 3510 mm 4600 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1410 mm


 

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