1988 Citroen AX vs. 1971 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Cortina (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Cortina weights approximately 195 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 1971 Ford Cortina 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 1971 Ford Cortina. 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, 1971 Ford Cortina (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1971 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | 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 | 750 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
