1966 BMW 1600 vs. 1993 Citroen AX
To start off, 1993 Citroen AX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 BMW 1600 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1993 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 BMW 1600 weights approximately 252 kg more than 1993 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 BMW 1600 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 1966 BMW 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1966 BMW 1600 (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1966 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1600 | 1993 Citroen AX | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 1600 | AX |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2290 mm |
