1988 Citroen AX vs. 1973 Honda Civic
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda Civic (60 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Honda Civic weights approximately 37 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, 1973 Honda Civic (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1973 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | AX | Civic |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2210 mm |
