1994 Citroen AX vs. 1984 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lancia Prisma (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 282 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, 1984 Lancia Prisma (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1984 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1984 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | AX | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
