1962 Austin A 90 vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 90 weights approximately 848 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Austin A 90 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1962 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 90 | 1987 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 90 | AX |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
