1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1994 Citroen AX
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 247 kg more than 1994 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1994 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Alfasud | AX |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 62 mm |
| 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 | 915 kg | 668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2290 mm |
