1994 Citroen AX vs. 1996 Proton 400
To start off, 1996 Proton 400 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Proton 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Proton 400 (67 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Proton 400 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Proton 400 weights approximately 447 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, 1996 Proton 400 (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Proton 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1996 Proton 400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | AX | 400 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2510 mm |
