1987 Citroen AX vs. 1987 Fiat Panda
To start off, both 1987 Citroen AX and 1987 Fiat Panda were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (75 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Panda. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen AX weights approximately 145 kg more than 1987 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Citroen AX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX will offer significantly more control. 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 (110 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Panda. (57 Nm). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1987 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | AX | Panda |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 34 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2170 mm |
