1987 Citroen AX vs. 1987 Citroen AX GTi
To start off, both 1987 Citroen AX and 1987 Citroen AX GTi were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX GTi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX GTi (100 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX . (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX GTi should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX . With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen AX GTi weights approximately 73 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.
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 GTi (120 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX . (73 Nm). This means 1987 Citroen AX GTi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX .
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1987 Citroen AX GTi | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | AX | AX |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.2 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2290 mm |
