1994 Citroen AX vs. 1996 Daihatsu Mira
To start off, 1996 Daihatsu Mira is newer by 2 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 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Daihatsu Mira (64 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Mira should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Daihatsu Mira weights approximately 487 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 1996 Daihatsu Mira is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Daihatsu Mira will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Daihatsu Mira (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Daihatsu Mira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen AX | 1996 Daihatsu Mira | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | AX | Mira |
Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 659 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |