1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1988 Citroen AX
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen AX weights approximately 80 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Because 1968 Abarth 1300 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 1968 Abarth 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1968 Abarth 1300 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1988 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 1300 | AX |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 43 L |
