2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 19 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 1,498 cc, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (95 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (83 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 1044 kg more than 1987 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, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (115 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Aveo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 1987 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Aveo | AX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1293 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 66 L |
