1991 Citroen AX vs. 1992 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1992 Lancia Thema is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen AX would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lancia Thema (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1991 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lancia Thema weights approximately 658 kg more than 1991 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, 1992 Lancia Thema (256 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen AX | 1992 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | AX | Thema |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
