1994 Citroen AX vs. 1971 Renault 10
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 10 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Renault 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen AX (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Renault 10 weights approximately 122 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX.
Because 1971 Renault 10 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 1971 Renault 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1971 Renault 10 (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1971 Renault 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen AX | 1971 Renault 10 | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | AX | 10 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2280 mm |