1988 Citroen AX vs. 1994 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1994 Renault Twingo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,149 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Twingo (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Twingo weights approximately 107 kg more than 1988 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 Renault Twingo (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1994 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1994 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | AX | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 66 L |
