1994 Citroen AX vs. 1977 Renault 4
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Renault 4 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 14 more horse power than 1977 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1977 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen AX weights approximately 8 kg more than 1977 Renault 4. 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, 1994 Citroen AX (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1977 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | AX | 4 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
