1993 Citroen AX vs. 1995 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1995 Westfield ZEI is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen AX would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Westfield ZEI (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1993 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Westfield ZEI weights approximately 82 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 1995 Westfield ZEI 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 1995 Westfield ZEI. 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, 1995 Westfield ZEI (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen AX | 1995 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Citroen | Westfield |
| Model | AX | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2340 mm |
