1988 Citroen AX vs. 1967 Triumph 1300
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Triumph 1300 (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Triumph 1300 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Triumph 1300 weights approximately 168 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.
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, 1967 Triumph 1300 (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 Triumph 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1967 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | AX | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 53 L |
