1987 Citroen AX vs. 1996 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 1996 Lancia Dedra is newer by 9 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Dedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Dedra (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (85 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Dedra should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Dedra weights approximately 493 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, 1996 Lancia Dedra (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Dedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1996 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | AX | Dedra |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
