1987 Citroen AX vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 26 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Kia Forte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Forte (154 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (85 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Forte weights approximately 539 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, 2013 Kia Forte (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Forte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2013 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | AX | Forte |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |
