1988 Citroen AX vs. 1996 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1996 Lancia Kappa is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen AX would be higher. At 2,451 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Kappa (173 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 770 kg more than 1988 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 Kappa (230 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1996 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | AX | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
