1987 Citroen AX vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,165 cc, 1976 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Sprinter (60 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 118 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Toyota Sprinter (97 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | AX | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2380 mm |
