1988 Citroen AX vs. 1953 Daimler Conquest
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Daimler Conquest (75 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Daimler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 647 kg more than 1988 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Daimler Conquest is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Daimler Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen AX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1953 Daimler Conquest (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 Daimler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1953 Daimler Conquest | |
| Make | Citroen | Daimler |
| Model | AX | Conquest |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 6.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1397 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |
