1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,278 cc, 1967 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (54 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen AX weights approximately 45 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Abarth 1300 (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1967 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1987 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 1300 | AX |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 1124 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 69 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2290 mm |
