1989 Citroen AX vs. 1976 Peugeot 104
To start off, 1989 Citroen AX is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot 104. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot 104 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 3 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot 104. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot 104. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Peugeot 104 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1989 Citroen AX.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot 104. (85 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot 104.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen AX | 1976 Peugeot 104 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | AX | 104 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 138 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2430 mm |
