1994 Citroen AX vs. 1976 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Sunbeam Alpine (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 342 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 1976 Sunbeam Alpine 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 1976 Sunbeam Alpine. 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, 1976 Sunbeam Alpine (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1976 Sunbeam Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1976 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Citroen | Sunbeam |
| Model | AX | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
