1988 Citroen AX vs. 1960 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Toyota Crown (76 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Toyota Crown weights approximately 642 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 1960 Toyota Crown 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 1960 Toyota Crown. 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, 1960 Toyota Crown (143 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1960 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen AX | 1960 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | AX | Crown |
Year Released | 1988 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |