1987 Citroen AX vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 929 weights approximately 348 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, 1974 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | AX | 929 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
