1987 Citroen AX vs. 1985 Lancia Y10
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Y10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Y10 would be higher. At 1,049 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Lancia Y10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Lancia Y10 (54 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Y10 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX.
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, 1985 Lancia Y10 (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Y10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1985 Lancia Y10 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | AX | Y10 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1049 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2170 mm |
