2005 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1994 Citroen AX
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 11 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 2,492 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 947 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 (385 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1994 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 166 | AX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2290 mm |
