1979 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Autobianchi A 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Autobianchi A 112 would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Autobianchi A 112 (57 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Autobianchi A 112 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen AX weights approximately 9 kg more than 1979 Autobianchi A 112.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1987 Citroen AX (74 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Autobianchi A 112. (73 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Autobianchi A 112 | 1987 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Citroen |
| Model | A 112 | AX |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 928 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 62 mm |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3230 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2290 mm |
