1990 Citroen AX vs. 1986 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1990 Citroen AX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Peugeot 309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Peugeot 309 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 309 (70 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1990 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 128 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, 1986 Peugeot 309 (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen AX | 1986 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | AX | 309 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |
