1988 Citroen AX vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 25 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 5,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 972 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 2013 Aston Martin Vantage 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 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Citroen | Aston Martin |
| Model | AX | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 24.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
