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 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 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 42 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Citroen AX (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 25 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 | 954 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2160 mm |
