1987 Citroen AX vs. 1973 Fiat 850
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 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 850 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 850 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX.
Because 1973 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 1973 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 (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1973 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | AX | 850 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2040 mm |
