1987 Citroen AX vs. 1968 Fiat 850
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 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 850 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 3 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat 850 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
Because 1968 Fiat 850 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 850. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 850. (65 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1968 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | AX | 850 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2030 mm |
