2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,137 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen AX weights approximately 244 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2000 Caterham 7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Caterham 7 (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1987 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Caterham | Citroen |
| Model | 7 | AX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 62 mm |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2290 mm |
