1997 Citroen AX vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1997 Citroen AX is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1997 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 672 kg more than 1997 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Plymouth Valiant 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 Plymouth Valiant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 Plymouth Valiant (359 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen AX | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | AX | Valiant |
Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |