1987 Citroen AX vs. 1994 Rover 600
To start off, 1994 Rover 600 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 600 (130 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 600 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 600 weights approximately 553 kg more than 1987 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, 1994 Rover 600 (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1994 Rover 600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | AX | 600 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
