1987 Citroen AX vs. 1960 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 1,758 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (85 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Ford Taunus weights approximately 274 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
Because 1960 Ford Taunus 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 1960 Ford Taunus. 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, 1960 Ford Taunus (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1960 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1758 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2640 mm |
