1987 Citroen AX vs. 1957 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (95 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1200. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 219 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
Because 1957 Fiat 1200 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 1957 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Citroen AX (115 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1957 Fiat 1200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | AX | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1219 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 37 L |
