1994 Citroen AX vs. 1996 ZAZ Wagon
To start off, 1996 ZAZ Wagon 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 1,091 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 ZAZ Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 ZAZ Wagon (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 ZAZ Wagon should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 ZAZ Wagon weights approximately 77 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 ZAZ Wagon (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 ZAZ Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1996 ZAZ Wagon | |
| Make | Citroen | ZAZ |
| Model | AX | Wagon |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 67 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2330 mm |
