1994 Citroen AX vs. 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit
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 Rabbit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit would be higher. At 1,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 127 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, 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1976 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | AX | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
