1994 Citroen AX vs. 1980 Nissan Stanza
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Stanza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Stanza would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Stanza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Stanza (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Stanza should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Stanza weights approximately 287 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Nissan Stanza (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Stanza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1980 Nissan Stanza | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | AX | Stanza |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
