1982 Citroen Visa vs. 1994 Citroen AX
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Citroen Visa (80 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Citroen Visa weights approximately 147 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.
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, 1982 Citroen Visa (110 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1982 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen Visa | 1994 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Visa | AX |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 48 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |
