1994 Citroen AX vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corona (83 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Toyota Corona weights approximately 237 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 1973 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 1973 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, 1973 Toyota Corona (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 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 | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | AX | Corona |
Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2440 mm |