1994 Citroen AX vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia 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 1,998 cc, 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (106 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 35 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.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Citroen AX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mazda Familia (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (96 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | AX | Familia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 61 L |
