1987 Citroen AX vs. 2004 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 407 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 407 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 791 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 Peugeot 407 (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2004 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | AX | 407 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
