1994 Citroen AX vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 1995 Rover 200 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (144 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 200 weights approximately 412 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, 1995 Rover 200 (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | AX | 200 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
