1995 Citroen AX vs. 1998 Mazda Laputa
To start off, 1998 Mazda Laputa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen AX would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Laputa (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda Laputa weights approximately 142 kg more than 1995 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mazda Laputa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Mazda Laputa (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Laputa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Citroen AX | 1998 Mazda Laputa | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | AX | Laputa |
Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 658 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |