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Citroen AX Phase I, 1992 10 E 1.0 (45 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 72 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~6.5 l/100km). Weighing only 668 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 17.9 s). The top speed reaches 146 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.
10 E 1.0 (45 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Very basic and slow, primarily designed for urban commuting where speed is not a priority. Struggles on highways.
Fuel Economy
Expected to be highly economical, making it an ideal choice for budget-conscious drivers and short city trips.
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): | 10 E 1.0 (45 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1992 |
| End of production: | 1997 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 3-5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 45 Hp @ 5000 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 47.2 Hp/l [30mm more] |
| Torque: | 72 Nm @ 3200 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | TU9 More details about the engine TU9 |
| Engine displacement: | 954 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Carburettor |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.5 l |
| Coolant: | 4.8 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 70 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 62 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 9.4:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 6.5 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.5 l/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 17.9 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 17.9 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 146 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 14.8 kg/Hp, 67.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 9.3 kg/Nm, 107.8 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 17 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 668 |
| Max. weight: | 1110 |
| Max load: | 442 |
| Trunk (boot) space - maximum: | 1170 l |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 273 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 43 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3525 mm mm [30mm more] |
| Width: | 1555 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1355 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2280 mm mm [5mm less] |
| Front track: | 1380 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1300 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 10.3 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.] |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 145/70 R13 |
| Wheel rims size | 13 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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