1994 Citroen AX vs. 1986 Citroen BX
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen BX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen BX would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Citroen BX (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen BX weights approximately 322 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, 1986 Citroen BX (135 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1986 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1986 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | AX | BX |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 73 mm |
| 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 | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
