1985 Citroen Visa vs. 1996 Citroen AX
To start off, 1996 Citroen AX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 952 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen AX (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen Visa weights approximately 72 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Citroen AX (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Visa | 1996 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Visa | AX |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 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 |
