1987 Citroen AX vs. 1978 Lancia Gamma
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Gamma (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Gamma should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Gamma weights approximately 501 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Citroen AX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Lancia Gamma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX 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, 1978 Lancia Gamma (175 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (110 Nm). This means 1978 Lancia Gamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1978 Lancia Gamma | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | AX | Gamma |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
