1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1994 Citroen AX
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 782 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1994 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Citroen |
| Model | Sports Convertible | AX |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2290 mm |
