1987 Citroen AX vs. 2013 Mazda 2
To start off, 2013 Mazda 2 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 2 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 2 weights approximately 359 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 Mazda 2 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2013 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | AX | 2 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2489 mm |
