1997 Citroen AX vs. 1989 Honda Integra
To start off, 1997 Citroen AX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Integra would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Integra (106 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1997 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Integra should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Integra weights approximately 342 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, 1989 Honda Integra (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen AX | 1989 Honda Integra | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | AX | Integra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
