1987 Citroen AX vs. 1999 Honda Today
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 12 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 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen AX weights approximately 12 kg more than 1999 Honda Today.
Because 1999 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Today. 1999 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1987 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1987 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen AX | 1999 Honda Today | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | AX | Today |
Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |