1988 Citroen AX vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 16 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 520 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.
Because 2004 Panoz Esperante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen AX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Citroen | Panoz |
| Model | AX | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 59 L |
