1987 Citroen AX vs. 1996 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1996 Fiat Coupe 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 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Coupe (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (54 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 635 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 Coupe (311 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Coupe 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 Coupe | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | AX | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2670 mm |
