1987 Citroen AX vs. 2005 Citroen C2
To start off, 2005 Citroen C2 is newer by 18 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (95 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C2. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C2 weights approximately 289 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, 2005 Citroen C2 (147 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (115 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2005 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | AX | C2 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 41 L |
