1988 Citroen AX vs. 1962 Fiat 500
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen AX (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen AX weights approximately 237 kg more than 1962 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Fiat 500 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 1962 Fiat 500. 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, 1988 Citroen AX (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1962 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | AX | 500 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
