1988 Citroen AX vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1500 (80 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 282 kg more than 1988 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 1500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Fiat 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen AX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Fiat 1500 (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen AX | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | AX | 1500 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 88 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.7:1 |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 37 L |