1988 Citroen AX vs. 1974 Renault 5
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 5 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen AX (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1974 Renault 5. (33 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 5 weights approximately 7 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 (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 5. (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1974 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | AX | 5 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
