1987 Citroen AX vs. 1969 Ford 17
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford 17 (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford 17 weights approximately 391 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 1969 Ford 17 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 1969 Ford 17. 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, 1969 Ford 17 (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen AX | 1969 Ford 17 | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | AX | 17 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 72.7 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |