1997 Citroen AX vs. 1973 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1997 Citroen AX is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ford Cortina (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ford Cortina weights approximately 372 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 1973 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 1973 Ford Cortina. 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, 1973 Ford Cortina (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen AX | 1973 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1973 |
| 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 | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 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 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2590 mm |
