1989 Citroen AX vs. 2007 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 18 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, 2007 Ford Bantam (74 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Bantam weights approximately 289 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, 2007 Ford Bantam (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen AX. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen AX | 2007 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| 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 | 74 HP |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 54 L |
