1991 Citroen AX vs. 1980 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1991 Citroen AX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 970 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Suzuki Jimny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 48 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Suzuki Jimny weights approximately 137 kg more than 1991 Citroen AX.
Because 1980 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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, 1980 Suzuki Jimny (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1980 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen AX | 1980 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | AX | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2040 mm |
