1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (71 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 118 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1987 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Giulietta | AX |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 80 L |
