1987 Citroen AX vs. 1957 Riley 1.5
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 1.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 1.5 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Riley 1.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1957 Riley 1.5. (63 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 1.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley 1.5 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
Because 1987 Citroen AX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Riley 1.5. 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, 1957 Riley 1.5 (112 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (110 Nm). This means 1957 Riley 1.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen AX | 1957 Riley 1.5 | |
Make | Citroen | Riley |
Model | AX | 1.5 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 112 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2190 mm |