1990 Citroen AX vs. 1970 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1990 Citroen AX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 1,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Volkswagen 1302 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen AX (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1970 Volkswagen 1302. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1970 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volkswagen 1302 weights approximately 98 kg more than 1990 Citroen AX.
Because 1970 Volkswagen 1302 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 Volkswagen 1302. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen AX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1970 Volkswagen 1302 (87 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1970 Volkswagen 1302 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen AX | 1970 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | AX | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 77.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
