1994 Citroen AX vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,238 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 192 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | AX | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2350 mm |
