1994 Citroen AX vs. 1976 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen AX (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (39 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 22 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX.
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, 1994 Citroen AX (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen Polo. (57 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen AX | 1976 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | AX | Polo |
Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 69.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 59 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.2:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2340 mm |