1997 Citroen AX vs. 1980 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1997 Citroen AX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1980 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1997 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 307 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen AX | 1980 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | AX | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
