1994 Citroen AX vs. 1992 Lancia Hyena
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Lancia Hyena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Lancia Hyena would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lancia Hyena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lancia Hyena (251 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Hyena should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lancia Hyena weights approximately 480 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 1992 Lancia Hyena 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, 1992 Lancia Hyena 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, 1992 Lancia Hyena (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1992 Lancia Hyena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1992 Lancia Hyena | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | AX | Hyena |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1148 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2480 mm |
