1994 Citroen AX vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 3 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 2,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 702 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Magna (205 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1997 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | AX | Magna |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2349 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
