1989 Citroen AX vs. 1974 Fiat 130
To start off, 1989 Citroen AX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 875 kg more than 1989 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen AX. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen AX | 1974 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | AX | 130 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
