1987 Citroen AX vs. 1968 Skoda 1000 MB
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Skoda 1000 MB would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Skoda 1000 MB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Skoda 1000 MB (47 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Skoda 1000 MB should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Skoda 1000 MB weights approximately 65 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 1968 Skoda 1000 MB 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 1968 Skoda 1000 MB. 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, 1968 Skoda 1000 MB (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1968 Skoda 1000 MB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1968 Skoda 1000 MB | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | AX | 1000 MB |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 787 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
