1993 Citroen AX vs. 1976 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1993 Citroen AX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 1,256 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Vauxhall Chevette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Vauxhall Chevette (56 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1993 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Vauxhall Chevette should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Vauxhall Chevette weights approximately 187 kg more than 1993 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Vauxhall Chevette 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 1976 Vauxhall Chevette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1976 Vauxhall Chevette (89 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1976 Vauxhall Chevette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen AX | 1976 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | AX | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2400 mm |
