1987 Citroen AX vs. 1973 Fiat 128
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 128 (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 128 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 128 weights approximately 98 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Fiat 128 (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 128 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1973 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | AX | 128 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
