1989 Citroen AX vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1303
To start off, 1989 Citroen AX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 1303. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 1303 would be higher. At 1,191 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Volkswagen 1303 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen AX (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1303. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1303. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Volkswagen 1303 weights approximately 28 kg more than 1989 Citroen AX.
Because 1968 Volkswagen 1303 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 1968 Volkswagen 1303. 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, 1968 Volkswagen 1303 (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1968 Volkswagen 1303 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen AX | 1968 Volkswagen 1303 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | AX | 1303 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 1191 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
