1995 Citroen AX vs. 1968 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Citroen AX is newer by 27 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Escort weights approximately 162 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 1968 Ford Escort 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 1968 Ford Escort. 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, 1968 Ford Escort (101 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 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 1995 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen AX | 1968 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | Escort |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 63 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
