1987 Citroen AX vs. 1996 Fiat Brava
To start off, 1996 Fiat Brava is newer by 9 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Brava (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Brava weights approximately 454 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, 1996 Fiat Brava (147 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1996 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | AX | Brava |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
