1988 Citroen AX vs. 2000 Kia Shuma
To start off, 2000 Kia Shuma is newer by 12 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Kia Shuma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Kia Shuma (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Kia Shuma should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Kia Shuma weights approximately 392 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, 2000 Kia Shuma (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Kia Shuma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 2000 Kia Shuma | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | AX | Shuma |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2570 mm |
