1966 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,582 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 616 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (89 Nm). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1987 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Spider | AX |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
