1991 Citroen AX vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 1991 Citroen AX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Granada (127 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1991 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 856 kg more than 1991 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Ford Granada 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 1974 Ford Granada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1974 Ford Granada (298 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen AX | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | Granada |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2800 mm |
