1994 Citroen AX vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic 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 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (128 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Civic weights approximately 407 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, 2000 Honda Civic (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | AX | Civic |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2580 mm |
