1990 Citroen AX vs. 1978 Mazda 929
To start off, 1990 Citroen AX is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda 929 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1990 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda 929 weights approximately 428 kg more than 1990 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Mazda 929 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Mazda 929. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen AX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Mazda 929 (160 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen AX | 1978 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | AX | 929 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 98 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2620 mm |
