1994 Citroen AX vs. 1996 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1996 Renault Twingo 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 1,239 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Renault Twingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Twingo (53 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Twingo weights approximately 142 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 Renault Twingo (91 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Renault Twingo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1996 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | AX | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1239 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
