1987 Citroen AX vs. 1970 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 44 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen AX weights approximately 142 kg more than 1970 Toyota Sport 800.
Because 1970 Toyota Sport 800 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 1970 Toyota Sport 800. 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, 1987 Citroen AX (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sport 800. (68 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1970 Toyota Sport 800 | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | AX | Sport 800 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
