1987 Citroen AX vs. 1989 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1989 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fiesta (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 196 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, 1989 Ford Fiesta (138 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1989 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
