1994 Citroen AX vs. 1995 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 1995 Lancia Zeta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 982 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, 1995 Lancia Zeta (236 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1995 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1995 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | AX | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| 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 | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2830 mm |
