1968 Citroen DS 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 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Citroen DS (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Citroen DS weights approximately 488 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Citroen DS (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1968 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen DS | 1987 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | DS | AX |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
