1990 Citroen AX vs. 1973 Audi Fox
To start off, 1990 Citroen AX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Audi Fox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Audi Fox would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Audi Fox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Audi Fox (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1990 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Audi Fox should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Audi Fox weights approximately 190 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.
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, 1973 Audi Fox (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 Audi Fox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen AX | 1973 Audi Fox | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | AX | Fox |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
