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Citroen AX Phase I, 1992 GT 1.4i (95 Hp)
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Citroen AX:
The Citroën AX is a supermini car which was built by the French manufacturer Citroën from 1986 to 1998. It was launched at the 1986 Paris Motor Show to replace the Citroën Visa and Citroën LNA.
Development of this model started in 1983, and it was initially also going to form the basis of a sister model from Talbot to replace the Samba; however, the falling popularity of the Talbot brand - coupled with the huge success of the new Peugeot 205 - had led to Peugeot deciding to axe it by the time the Citroën AX was launched, and so the Talbot version never made it into production....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Phase I, 1992 Overview:
Citroen AX (Phase I, 1992). With 117 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.9 l/100km). Weighing only 795 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is good (0–100 km/h in 9 s). The top speed reaches 186 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
GT 1.4i (95 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Spirited performance for a lightweight car, making it a fun and engaging drive, especially on winding roads.
Fuel Economy
Acceptable for a performance variant of its era, but not its primary focus. Fuel consumption is moderate for the power output.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Extremely lightweight and agile handling
- • Excellent fuel economy on most models
- • Practical for its compact size
- • GT model offers genuinely fun performance
- • Simple and relatively reliable mechanics
Cons:
- • Basic interior and limited comfort features
- • Minimal safety features by modern standards
- • Prone to rust in some areas
- • Noisy at higher speeds, especially smaller engines
- • Some parts becoming harder to find
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(AX: 1989 - 1991).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Citroen |
| Model: | AX |
| Generation: | Phase I, 1992 |
| Modification (Engine): | GT 1.4i (95 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1992 |
| End of production: | 1996 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 3-5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 95 Hp @ 6600 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 69.8 Hp/l [22mm more] |
| Torque: | 117 Nm @ 4200 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | TU3 FJ2/Z More details about the engine TU3 FJ2/Z |
| Engine displacement: | 1361 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.5 l |
| Coolant: | 4.8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 75 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 77 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.9:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 8.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 7.1 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 9.0 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 9.0 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 186 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 8.4 kg/Hp, 119.5 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 6.8 kg/Nm, 147.2 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 8.6 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 795 |
| Max. weight: | 1235 |
| Max load: | 440 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1170 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 273 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 43 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3517 mm mm [22mm more] |
| Width: | 1596 mm mm [41mm more] |
| Height: | 1340 mm mm [15mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2280 mm mm [5mm less] |
| Front track: | 1390 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1331 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.6 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 185/60 R13 |
| Wheel rims size | 13 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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