1994 Citroen AX vs. 1998 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 1998 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 4 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, 1998 Daewoo Matiz (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 185 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, 1994 Citroen AX (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Daewoo Matiz. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1998 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | AX | Matiz |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2350 mm |
