1995 Citroen AX vs. 2007 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 12 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (106 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1995 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 422 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.
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, 2007 Opel Corsa (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen AX | 2007 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | AX | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
