1995 Citroen AX vs. 1980 Lotus Eclat
To start off, 1995 Citroen AX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lotus Eclat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lotus Eclat would be higher. At 2,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lotus Eclat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lotus Eclat (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1995 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lotus Eclat should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lotus Eclat weights approximately 436 kg more than 1995 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Lotus Eclat is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Lotus Eclat. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Citroen AX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus Eclat (217 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1980 Lotus Eclat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen AX | 1980 Lotus Eclat | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | AX | Eclat |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2490 mm |
