1988 Citroen AX vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 19 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 546 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, 2007 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 2007 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | Focus |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
