1997 Citroen AX vs. 1996 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1997 Citroen AX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Corsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Corsa would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Corsa (66 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1997 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Corsa weights approximately 187 kg more than 1997 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, 1996 Opel Corsa (132 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen AX | 1996 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | AX | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
