1987 Citroen AX vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volvo 220 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Volvo 220 (144 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (110 Nm). This means 1964 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | AX | 220 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
