1987 Citroen AX vs. 2009 Kia Rio
To start off, 2009 Kia Rio is newer by 22 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 4 more horse power than 2009 Kia Rio. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Rio weights approximately 422 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, 2009 Kia Rio (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2009 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | AX | Rio |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1144 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2420 mm |
