1987 Citroen AX vs. 1976 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (85 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Cortina weights approximately 392 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
Because 1976 Ford Cortina 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 1976 Ford Cortina. 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, 1976 Ford Cortina (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen AX | 1976 Ford Cortina | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | AX | Cortina |
Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 73 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1114 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2590 mm |