1989 Citroen AX vs. 2002 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2002 Ford Fiesta is newer by 13 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, 2002 Ford Fiesta (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 395 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, 2002 Ford Fiesta (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen AX. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen AX | 2002 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
