1988 Citroen AX vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 10 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 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 332 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | AX | 155 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
