1988 Citroen AX vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 23 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 647 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen AX | 2011 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
Model | AX | Giulietta |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.6 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.1 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |