1988 Citroen AX vs. 1995 Honda Today
To start off, 1995 Honda Today is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen AX (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen AX weights approximately 40 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today. 1995 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1988 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1988 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1995 Honda Today | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | AX | Today |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
