1988 Citroen AX vs. 1977 Renault 15
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 15 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Renault 15 weights approximately 257 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1977 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1977 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | AX | 15 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 69 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
