1994 Citroen AX vs. 2000 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Matiz is newer by 6 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, 2000 Daewoo Matiz (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daewoo Matiz should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daewoo Matiz weights approximately 172 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daewoo Matiz. (73 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 2000 Daewoo Matiz | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | AX | Matiz |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| 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 | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2350 mm |
