1968 Austin A 60 vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Austin A 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Austin A 60 (60 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Austin A 60 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin A 60 weights approximately 400 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 1968 Austin A 60 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 1968 Austin A 60. 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, 1968 Austin A 60 (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1968 Austin A 60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin A 60 | 1987 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 60 | AX |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
