1994 Citroen AX vs. 1985 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen Visa 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 13 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Visa. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen Visa weights approximately 54 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Visa. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Visa.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen AX | 1985 Citroen Visa | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | AX | Visa |
Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2860 mm |