1991 Citroen AX vs. 1993 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1993 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,118 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Fiesta (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 152 kg more than 1991 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, 1993 Ford Fiesta (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen AX | 1993 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | AX | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
