1976 Austin Maxi 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 Austin Maxi. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Austin Maxi would be higher. At 1,485 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Austin Maxi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (95 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1976 Austin Maxi. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1976 Austin Maxi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Austin Maxi weights approximately 274 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
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, 1987 Citroen AX (115 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Austin Maxi. (105 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Austin Maxi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Austin Maxi | 1987 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Maxi | AX |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1485 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
