1987 Citroen AX vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,450 cc, 1979 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 101 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 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (89 Nm). This means 1979 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | AX | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
