1992 Caterham Super 7 vs. 1994 Citroen AX
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Caterham Super 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Caterham Super 7 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Caterham Super 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Caterham Super 7 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen AX weights approximately 122 kg more than 1992 Caterham Super 7.
Because 1992 Caterham Super 7 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 1992 Caterham Super 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1992 Caterham Super 7 (130 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 Caterham Super 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Caterham Super 7 | 1994 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Caterham | Citroen |
| Model | Super 7 | AX |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2290 mm |
