1987 Citroen AX vs. 2004 Honda Insight
To start off, 2004 Honda Insight is newer by 17 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 999 cc (3 cylinders), 2004 Honda Insight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Insight (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Insight weights approximately 131 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, 2004 Honda Insight (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2004 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | AX | Insight |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
