1995 Citroen AX vs. 2007 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2007 Lancia Lybra is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Lybra (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1995 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 797 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.
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, 2007 Lancia Lybra (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen AX | 2007 Lancia Lybra | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | AX | Lybra |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2600 mm |
