1987 Citroen AX vs. 1988 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1988 Citroen Visa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen Visa weights approximately 8 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 (89 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1988 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | AX | Visa |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |
