1987 Citroen AX vs. 2004 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2004 Renault Twingo 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 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (85 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Renault Twingo. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Twingo weights approximately 198 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
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, 1987 Citroen AX (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Twingo. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2004 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | AX | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2350 mm |
