1994 Citroen AX vs. 2008 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Justy is newer by 14 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Justy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Justy (99 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Justy weights approximately 342 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 2008 Subaru Justy 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, 2008 Subaru Justy 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, 2008 Subaru Justy (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Justy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 2008 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | AX | Justy |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
