1994 Citroen AX vs. 2003 Mazda Spiano
To start off, 2003 Mazda Spiano is newer by 9 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 1,527 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen AX (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Spiano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen AX weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Mazda Spiano. 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 (96 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Spiano. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 2003 Mazda Spiano | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | AX | Spiano |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
