1987 Citroen AX vs. 1984 Citroen C 15
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen C 15 would be higher. Both 1987 Citroen AX and 1984 Citroen C 15 are equipped with a 954 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 44 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 124 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 (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1984 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | AX | C 15 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
