1988 Citroen AX vs. 1981 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 78 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, 1981 Ford Fiesta (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1981 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 77.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 34 L |
