1989 Citroen AX vs. 2004 Daihatsu Sirion
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 15 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, 2004 Daihatsu Sirion (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Sirion should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Daihatsu Sirion weights approximately 125 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, 2004 Daihatsu Sirion (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen AX. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Daihatsu Sirion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen AX | 2004 Daihatsu Sirion | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | AX | Sirion |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| 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 | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2350 mm |
