1987 Citroen AX vs. 1998 Hyundai Euro 1
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is newer by 11 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (376 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 332 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 weights approximately 128 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.
Because 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Hyundai Euro 1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 (497 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1998 Hyundai Euro 1 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | AX | Euro 1 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1160 mm |
