1992 Citroen AX vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1996 Rover 200 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1992 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 200 weights approximately 308 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, 1996 Rover 200 (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen AX | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | AX | 200 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
