1988 Citroen AX vs. 1957 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford Anglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen AX (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1957 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Anglia weights approximately 18 kg more than 1988 Citroen AX.
Because 1957 Ford Anglia 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 1957 Ford Anglia. 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, 1988 Citroen AX (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Anglia. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1957 Ford Anglia | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | Anglia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2220 mm |
