1987 Citroen AX vs. 1952 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (95 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1952 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1952 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Nissan Sports weights approximately 44 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Citroen AX (115 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1952 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | AX | Sports |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2160 mm |
