1994 Citroen AX vs. 1973 Honda 145
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 145 would be higher. At 1,527 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 145 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 145 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Honda 145 weights approximately 130 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.
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, 1973 Honda 145 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (96 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1973 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | AX | 145 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 1433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2260 mm |
