1989 Citroen AX vs. 2000 Rover 45
To start off, 2000 Rover 45 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rover 45 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rover 45 weights approximately 380 kg more than 1989 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 Rover 45 (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen AX. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen AX | 2000 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | AX | 45 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 54 L |
