1987 Citroen AX vs. 2001 Infiniti I
To start off, 2001 Infiniti I is newer by 14 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Infiniti I is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Infiniti I (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Infiniti I should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Infiniti I weights approximately 788 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.
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, 2001 Infiniti I (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Infiniti I will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2001 Infiniti I | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | AX | I |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2760 mm |
