1987 Citroen AX vs. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 1051 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 1956 Jaguar MK VIII 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 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. 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, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (292 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (89 Nm). This means 1956 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1956 Jaguar MK VIII | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | AX | MK VIII |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3050 mm |
