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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen AX (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 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 10 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, 1991 Fiat Panda (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen AX. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen AX.
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 | 1360 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 38 L |
