1995 Citroen AX vs. 1967 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1995 Citroen AX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford Cortina (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1995 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford Cortina weights approximately 212 kg more than 1995 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Ford Cortina 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 1967 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1967 Ford Cortina (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1967 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen AX | 1967 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2500 mm |
