1987 Citroen AX vs. 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 83 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 Volkswagen Rabbit (111 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX. 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit has automatic transmission and 1987 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1987 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | AX | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
