1990 Citroen AX vs. 2006 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2006 Lancia Phedra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen AX would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Phedra (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1990 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 1103 kg more than 1990 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, 2006 Lancia Phedra (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen AX | 2006 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | AX | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
