1987 Citroen AX vs. 1999 Kia Avella
To start off, 1999 Kia Avella 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 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Kia Avella weights approximately 204 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Kia Avella (135 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (89 Nm). This means 1999 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1999 Kia Avella | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | AX | Avella |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2400 mm |
