1987 Citroen AX vs. 2000 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2000 Panoz Esperante is newer by 13 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 556 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 2000 Panoz Esperante 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 2000 Panoz Esperante. 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, 2000 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (89 Nm). This means 2000 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2000 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Citroen | Panoz |
| Model | AX | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
