1987 Citroen AX vs. 1947 Tatra Tatraplan
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Tatra Tatraplan would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Tatra Tatraplan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Tatra Tatraplan (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1947 Tatra Tatraplan should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Tatra Tatraplan weights approximately 462 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 1947 Tatra Tatraplan 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 1947 Tatra Tatraplan. 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, 1947 Tatra Tatraplan (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1947 Tatra Tatraplan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen AX | 1947 Tatra Tatraplan | |
Make | Citroen | Tatra |
Model | AX | Tatraplan |
Year Released | 1987 | 1947 |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |