1990 Citroen AX vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1990 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 908 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen AX | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | AX | Clio |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
