1994 Citroen AX vs. 2001 Daihatsu Move
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu Move is newer by 7 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 989 cc (3 cylinders), 2001 Daihatsu Move is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Daihatsu Move (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Daihatsu Move should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Daihatsu Move weights approximately 147 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, 2001 Daihatsu Move (90 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Daihatsu Move will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 2001 Daihatsu Move | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | AX | Move |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2350 mm |
