1992 Citroen AX vs. 1997 Honda Life
To start off, 1997 Honda Life is newer by 5 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 953 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1992 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Life weights approximately 68 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.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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 Citroen AX (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life. 1997 Honda Life has automatic transmission and 1992 Citroen AX has manual transmission. 1992 Citroen AX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Life will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen AX | 1997 Honda Life | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | AX | Life |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
