1962 Austin A 90 vs. 1994 Citroen AX
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 90 weights approximately 780 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.
Because 1962 Austin A 90 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 1962 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1962 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (96 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 90 | 1994 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 90 | AX |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
