1987 Citroen AX vs. 1957 Fiat 1400
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 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (54 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
Because 1957 Fiat 1400 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 1400. 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 (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Citroen AX | 1957 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | AX | 1400 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |