1987 Citroen AX vs. 1981 Zastava 102
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Zastava 102. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Zastava 102 would be higher. At 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (95 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1981 Zastava 102. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1981 Zastava 102. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Zastava 102 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
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, 1987 Citroen AX (115 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Zastava 102. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Zastava 102.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1981 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | Citroen | Zastava |
| Model | AX | 102 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1115 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2160 mm |
