1987 Citroen AX vs. 2007 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Alto 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 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (95 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Alto. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Suzuki Alto weights approximately 169 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Alto. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2007 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | AX | Alto |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 35 L |
