1988 Citroen AX vs. 1968 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Luce weights approximately 342 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 1968 Mazda Luce 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 1968 Mazda Luce. 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, 1968 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1968 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | AX | Luce |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 57 L |
