1994 Citroen AX vs. 1964 Volvo 220
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 220 would be higher. At 1,776 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Volvo 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Volvo 220 (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Volvo 220 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Volvo 220 weights approximately 347 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Volvo 220 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1964 Volvo 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1964 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | AX | 220 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
