1999 Audi A4 vs. 1991 Citroen AX
To start off, 1999 Audi A4 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen AX would be higher. At 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi A4 (262 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1991 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi A4 weights approximately 732 kg more than 1991 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi A4 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, 1999 Audi A4 (400 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1999 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi A4 | 1991 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | AX |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2290 mm |
