1997 Citroen AX vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 1997 Citroen AX and 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1997 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 327 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen AX | 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | AX | Lancer |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |