1987 Citroen AX vs. 1976 Renault 14
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Renault 14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Renault 14 would be higher. At 1,218 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 14 (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 14 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 14 weights approximately 143 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.
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, 1976 Renault 14 (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1976 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | AX | 14 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1218 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |
