1988 Citroen AX vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE 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 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE weights approximately 1172 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 Jaguar F-TYPE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will offer significantly more control. 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 Jaguar F-TYPE (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | AX | F-TYPE |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2909 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
