1992 Citroen AX vs. 1981 Honda Civic
To start off, 1992 Citroen AX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,333 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Honda Civic (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1992 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Honda Civic weights approximately 63 kg more than 1992 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, 1981 Honda Civic (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1981 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen AX | 1981 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | AX | Civic |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 1333 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
