1987 Citroen AX vs. 1965 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 1,596 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Triumph Vitesse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (95 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1965 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Triumph Vitesse weights approximately 174 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
Because 1965 Triumph Vitesse 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 1965 Triumph Vitesse. 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, 1965 Triumph Vitesse (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (115 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1965 Triumph Vitesse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1965 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | AX | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 53 L |
