1987 Citroen AX vs. 2008 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 21 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Palio weights approximately 237 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, 2008 Fiat Palio (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 2008 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | AX | Palio |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 148 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 47 L |
