1988 Citroen AX vs. 2006 Rover 25
To start off, 2006 Rover 25 is newer by 18 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 25 (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 25 weights approximately 363 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, 2006 Rover 25 (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 2006 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | AX | 25 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| 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 | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
