1987 Citroen AX vs. 2002 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2002 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 15 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 746 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 280 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 2002 TVR Speed 12 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 2002 TVR Speed 12. 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, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 808 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2002 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Citroen | TVR |
| Model | AX | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |
