1987 Citroen AX vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,927 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 426 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | AX | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 684 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
