1989 Citroen AX vs. 1954 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 1989 Citroen AX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Riley Pathfinder (108 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Riley Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 810 kg more than 1989 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Riley Pathfinder 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 1954 Riley Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1954 Riley Pathfinder (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen AX. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Riley Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen AX | 1954 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Citroen | Riley |
| Model | AX | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 120 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 7.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 59 L |
