1988 Citroen AX vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 24 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 677 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 2012 BMW 118 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 2012 BMW 118. 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, 2012 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | AX | 118 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 51 L |
