1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 996 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Abarth 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 1000 (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen AX weights approximately 42 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000.
Because 1958 Abarth 1000 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 1958 Abarth 1000. 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, 1958 Abarth 1000 (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1958 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 1000 | 1987 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 1000 | AX |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 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 | 680 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
