1990 Citroen AX vs. 1971 Nissan Gloria
To start off, 1990 Citroen AX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Gloria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Gloria would be higher. At 1,988 cc, 1971 Nissan Gloria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Nissan Gloria (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1990 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Nissan Gloria should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Nissan Gloria weights approximately 573 kg more than 1990 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Nissan Gloria (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1971 Nissan Gloria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen AX | 1971 Nissan Gloria | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | AX | Gloria |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1988 cc |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2700 mm |
