1987 Citroen AX vs. 1966 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,417 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (95 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Dino weights approximately 694 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Fiat Dino 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 1966 Fiat Dino. 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, 1966 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (115 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1966 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | AX | Dino |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 2417 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2560 mm |
