1987 Citroen AX vs. 2003 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 16 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (95 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (93 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 260 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (115 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2003 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | AX | Punto |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 49 L |
