1997 Citroen AX vs. 1982 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1997 Citroen AX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Tercel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Tercel would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Tercel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Tercel (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1997 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Tercel should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Tercel weights approximately 112 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Toyota Tercel (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Tercel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen AX | 1982 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | AX | Tercel |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |
