1993 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1991 Citroen AX
To start off, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 2 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 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1991 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 274 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, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1991 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 33 | AX |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1351 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2290 mm |
