1987 Citroen AX vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (208 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Porsche 911 weights approximately 228 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, 1973 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen AX | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | AX | 911 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2280 mm |