1989 Citroen AX vs. 2009 Ford Ka
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 20 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Ka weights approximately 411 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, 2009 Ford Ka (136 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen AX. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen AX | 2009 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | Ka |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 173 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 | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |
