1987 Citroen AX vs. 1979 Mazda 616
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda 616 weights approximately 196 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, 1979 Mazda 616 (124 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (89 Nm). This means 1979 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1979 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | AX | 616 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |
