1987 Citroen AX vs. 1968 Fiat 500
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 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 @ 6800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen AX weights approximately 196 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 500 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 1968 Fiat 500. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1968 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | AX | 500 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| 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 | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 22 L |
