1994 Citroen AX vs. 1980 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,302 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Delta weights approximately 287 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.
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, 1980 Lancia Delta (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1980 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | AX | Delta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
