1993 Citroen AX vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2006 Toyota Aygo is newer by 13 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Aygo (53 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1993 Citroen AX. (48 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 222 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.
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, 2006 Toyota Aygo (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen AX | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | AX | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2340 mm |
