1998 Citroen AX vs. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1998 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 452 kg more than 1998 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, 2010 Lancia Ypsilon (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Lancia Ypsilon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen AX | 2010 Lancia Ypsilon | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | AX | Ypsilon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2390 mm |
