1996 Citroen AX vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1996 Citroen AX is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Renault 19 would be higher. At 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault 19 (93 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault 19 weights approximately 428 kg more than 1996 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, 1992 Renault 19 (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen AX | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | AX | 19 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
