1967 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin 3-Litre (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 840 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 1967 Austin 3-Litre 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 1967 Austin 3-Litre. 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, 1967 Austin 3-Litre (221 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 3-Litre | 1987 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | 3-Litre | AX |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 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 | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 62 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2290 mm |
