1994 Citroen AX vs. 1961 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,527 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Lancia Appia (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen AX weights approximately 1 kg more than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Because 1961 Lancia Appia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Citroen AX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Citroen AX (96 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen AX | 1961 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | AX | Appia |
Year Released | 1994 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1527 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 789 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 42 L |