1987 Citroen AX vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Renault 5 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1975 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1975 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen AX weights approximately 7 kg more than 1975 Renault 5. 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 (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1975 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | AX | 5 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
