1987 Citroen AX vs. 1997 Fiat Duna
To start off, 1997 Fiat Duna is newer by 10 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 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (95 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Duna weights approximately 224 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
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 (115 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1997 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | AX | Duna |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
