1987 Citroen AX vs. 2007 Daihatsu Materia
To start off, 2007 Daihatsu Materia is newer by 20 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Daihatsu Materia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Daihatsu Materia should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Daihatsu Materia weights approximately 330 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, 2007 Daihatsu Materia (132 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Daihatsu Materia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2007 Daihatsu Materia | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | AX | Materia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 91.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |
