1988 Citroen AX vs. 2001 Citroen C2
To start off, 2001 Citroen C2 is newer by 13 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. Both 1988 Citroen AX and 2001 Citroen C2 are equipped with a 1,124 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C2 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C2 weights approximately 222 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, 2001 Citroen C2 (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 2001 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | AX | C2 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1124 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 | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
