1987 Citroen AX vs. 1995 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1995 Lancia Delta is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Delta (184 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Delta weights approximately 505 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 1995 Lancia Delta. 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, 1995 Lancia Delta (290 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (110 Nm). This means 1995 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 | 1995 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | AX | Delta |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 290 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 | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
