1988 Citroen AX vs. 1991 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen AX (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Fiat Panda weights approximately 52 kg more than 1988 Citroen AX.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen AX | 1991 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | AX | Panda |
Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 70.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 38 L |