1994 Citroen AX vs. 1991 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lancia Delta (210 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lancia Delta weights approximately 632 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.
Because 1991 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Lancia Delta will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Lancia Delta (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1991 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 | 1991 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | AX | Delta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |
