2004 Caterham 7 vs. 1994 Citroen AX
To start off, 2004 Caterham 7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen AX would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Caterham 7 (200 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen AX weights approximately 128 kg more than 2004 Caterham 7.
Because 2004 Caterham 7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Citroen AX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Caterham 7 (224 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Caterham 7 | 1994 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Caterham | Citroen |
| Model | 7 | AX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 62 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2290 mm |
