1988 Citroen AX vs. 1983 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Micra 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 4 more horse power than 1983 Nissan Micra. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1983 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen AX weights approximately 8 kg more than 1983 Nissan Micra. 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, 1988 Citroen AX (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Micra. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1983 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | AX | Micra |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2310 mm |
