1989 Citroen AX vs. 1995 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1995 Toyota Starlet is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Starlet (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Starlet weights approximately 5 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.
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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Starlet. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen AX | 1995 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | AX | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2310 mm |
