1987 Citroen AX vs. 2007 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 20 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Grande Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Grande Punto weights approximately 443 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, 2007 Fiat Grande Punto (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2007 Fiat Grande Punto | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | AX | Grande Punto |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 18.2 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
