1987 Citroen AX vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 11 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (54 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 595 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | AX | 155 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
