1987 Citroen AX vs. 1967 Fiat 600
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (54 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat 600 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
Because 1967 Fiat 600 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 1967 Fiat 600. 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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1967 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | AX | 600 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2010 mm |
