1987 Citroen AX vs. 1993 Proton Persona
To start off, 1993 Proton Persona 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 1,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Proton Persona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (95 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1993 Proton Persona. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1993 Proton Persona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Proton Persona weights approximately 284 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, 1993 Proton Persona (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (115 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Proton Persona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1993 Proton Persona | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | AX | Persona |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
