1988 Citroen AX vs. 1985 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Uno (59 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Citroen AX. (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Uno weights approximately 52 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.
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, 1985 Fiat Uno (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1985 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | AX | Uno |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| 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 | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 57 L |
