2004 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1988 Citroen AX
To start off, 2004 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen AX would be higher. At 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2004 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 490 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX.
Because 2004 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Bugatti Veyron will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 562 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bugatti Veyron | 1988 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Bugatti | Citroen |
| Model | Veyron | AX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |
