1994 Citroen AX vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,117 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (55 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Escort weights approximately 203 kg more than 1994 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, 1968 Ford Escort (82 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | Escort |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2400 mm |
