1987 Citroen AX vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 470 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 1987 Citroen AX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Jaguar XK. 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (110 Nm). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | AX | XK |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 106 mm |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2600 mm |
