1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1988 Citroen AX
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen AX weights approximately 36 kg more than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Because 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite 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-Healey Sprite. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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-Healey Sprite (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1988 Citroen AX | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Citroen |
Model | Sprite | AX |
Year Released | 1967 | 1988 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 43 L |