1987 Citroen AX vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Triumph Spitfire (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 58 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Triumph Spitfire (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | AX | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2110 mm |
