1987 Citroen AX vs. 1974 Honda Life
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda Life would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1974 Honda Life. (29 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen AX weights approximately 194 kg more than 1974 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (74 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda Life. (28 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1974 Honda Life | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | AX | Life |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 50.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2090 mm |
