1994 Citroen AX vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 597 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, 1979 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1979 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | AX | CX |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2850 mm |
