1991 Citroen AX vs. 1993 Kia Capital
To start off, 1993 Kia Capital 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Kia Capital is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1991 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Kia Capital weights approximately 658 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 Kia Capital (152 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen AX. 1993 Kia Capital has automatic transmission and 1991 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1991 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Kia Capital will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen AX | 1993 Kia Capital | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | AX | Capital |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
