1987 Citroen AX vs. 2005 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2005 Fiat Croma is newer by 18 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Croma (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (54 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Croma weights approximately 930 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, 2005 Fiat Croma (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2005 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | AX | Croma |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
