1988 Citroen AX vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 52 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1988 Citroen AX.
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, 1988 Citroen AX (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | AX | 204 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 42 L |
