1958 Abarth 600 vs. 1994 Citroen AX
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen AX (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen AX weights approximately 83 kg more than 1958 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Abarth 600 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 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Citroen AX (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 600 | 1994 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 600 | AX |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| 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 | 585 kg | 668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2290 mm |
