1987 Citroen AX vs. 1993 Fiat 126
To start off, 1993 Fiat 126 is newer by 6 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (54 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1993 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen AX weights approximately 30 kg more than 1993 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Fiat 126 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 1993 Fiat 126. 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 (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1993 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | AX | 126 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 70 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 1850 mm |
