1989 Citroen AX vs. 1961 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1989 Citroen AX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen AX (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1961 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 245 kg more than 1989 Citroen AX.
Because 1961 Skoda Octavia 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 1961 Skoda Octavia. 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, 1989 Citroen AX (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Skoda Octavia. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen AX | 1961 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | AX | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 30 L |
