1987 Citroen AX vs. 1996 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1996 Fiat Panda 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 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (48 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Panda. (33 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen AX weights approximately 24 kg more than 1996 Fiat Panda. 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, 1987 Citroen AX (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1996 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | AX | Panda |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 33 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 58 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |
