1994 Citroen AX vs. 1988 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,527 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Daihatsu Charmant (64 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 60 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.
Because 1988 Daihatsu Charmant is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1988 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Citroen AX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Daihatsu Charmant (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (96 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1988 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1988 Daihatsu Charmant | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | AX | Charmant |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
