1994 Citroen AX vs. 1972 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,705 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corona (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Corona weights approximately 180 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.
Because 1972 Toyota Corona 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 1972 Toyota Corona. 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, 1972 Toyota Corona (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (96 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1972 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | AX | Corona |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 1705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
