1987 Citroen AX vs. 2012 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 207 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (95 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 207. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 368 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, 2012 Peugeot 207 (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (115 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2012 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | AX | 207 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| 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 | 74 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.9:1 |
| 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 | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
