1996 Citroen AX vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen AX would be higher. At 997 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Corsa weights approximately 237 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, 2005 Opel Corsa (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen AX | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | AX | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2500 mm |
