1958 Abarth 500 vs. 1998 Citroen AX
To start off, 1998 Citroen AX is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen AX (48 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen AX weights approximately 223 kg more than 1958 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Abarth 500 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 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Citroen AX (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 500 | 1998 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 500 | AX |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 48 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| 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 | 445 kg | 668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2290 mm |
