1994 Citroen AX vs. 1974 Skoda 110 L
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Skoda 110 L. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Skoda 110 L would be higher. At 995 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Skoda 110 L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen AX (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1974 Skoda 110 L. (43 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1974 Skoda 110 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Skoda 110 L weights approximately 137 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX.
Because 1974 Skoda 110 L 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 1974 Skoda 110 L. 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, 1994 Citroen AX (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Skoda 110 L. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Skoda 110 L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1974 Skoda 110 L | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | AX | 110 L |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
