1998 Citroen AX vs. 1983 Nissan Micra
To start off, 1998 Citroen AX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Micra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Micra would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Nissan Micra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Micra (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Nissan Micra weights approximately 32 kg more than 1998 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, 1983 Nissan Micra (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen AX | 1983 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | AX | Micra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2310 mm |
