1989 Citroen AX vs. 1986 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1989 Citroen AX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 118 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.
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, 1986 Fiat Ritmo (87 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1986 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen AX | 1986 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | AX | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 952 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
