1987 Citroen AX vs. 1976 Citroen LN
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen LN 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 12 more horse power than 1976 Citroen LN. (32 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen AX weights approximately 16 kg more than 1976 Citroen LN. 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen LN. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1976 Citroen LN | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | AX | LN |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 32 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
