1996 Citroen AX vs. 1972 Porsche 914
To start off, 1996 Citroen AX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 914 (79 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1996 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Porsche 914 weights approximately 257 kg more than 1996 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Porsche 914 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 1972 Porsche 914. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1972 Porsche 914 (136 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen AX | 1972 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | AX | 914 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
