1997 Citroen C 15 vs. 1989 Citroen AX
To start off, 1997 Citroen C 15 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen AX (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1989 Citroen AX.
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 Citroen AX (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen C 15 | 1989 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C 15 | AX |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 43 L |
