1987 Citroen AX vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Corsa would be higher. At 1,450 cc, 1982 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 93 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, 1982 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1982 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 | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | AX | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
