1987 Citroen AX vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 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 32 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 128 weights approximately 114 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Citroen AX (115 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | AX | 128 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1115 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
