1987 Citroen AX vs. 1993 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1993 Honda Concerto is newer by 6 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 1,492 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (54 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Concerto weights approximately 360 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, 1993 Honda Concerto (119 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen AX | 1993 Honda Concerto | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | AX | Concerto |
Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 84.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2560 mm |