1987 Citroen AX vs. 1973 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 133 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 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1973 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | AX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2340 mm |
