1987 Citroen AX vs. 1971 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Zephyr (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 528 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 1971 Ford Zephyr 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 1971 Ford Zephyr. 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, 1971 Ford Zephyr (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1971 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2930 mm |
