1987 Citroen AX vs. 1991 Mazda 121
To start off, 1991 Mazda 121 is newer by 4 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 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (85 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1991 Mazda 121. (71 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mazda 121 weights approximately 178 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 (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda 121. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1991 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | AX | 121 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2400 mm |
