1988 Citroen AX vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 7 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 537 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (147 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | AX | 406 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
