1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (95 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 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 76 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (115 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1987 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 1300 | AX |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2290 mm |
