1989 Citroen AX vs. 1995 Alfa Romeo 33
To start off, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1989 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, 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen AX. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen AX | 1995 Alfa Romeo 33 | |
| Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | AX | 33 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
