1988 Citroen AX vs. 2007 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2007 Nissan Versa 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Versa (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Versa should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX.
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 Nissan Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 2007 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | AX | Versa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
