1987 Citroen AX vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 267 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.
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, 1980 Lancia Delta (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | AX | Delta |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 59 L |
