1994 Citroen AX vs. 1986 Citroen C 15
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 C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 1,527 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen AX (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 55 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 (96 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1986 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | AX | C 15 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |
