1987 Citroen AX vs. 2012 Chevrolet Spark
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 25 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 28 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. (67 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 89 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2012 Chevrolet Spark | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | AX | Spark |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 35 L |
