1987 Citroen AX vs. 1974 Toyota Century
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Century (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Century weights approximately 1057 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.
Because 1974 Toyota Century is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Toyota Century. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Toyota Century (271 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1974 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | AX | Century |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2870 mm |
