1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 69 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
Because 1987 Citroen AX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX will offer significantly more control. 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, 1987 Citroen AX (110 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1987 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Alfasud | AX |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
