1989 Citroen AX vs. 1998 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 1998 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Barchetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Barchetta (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Fiat Barchetta weights approximately 335 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, 1998 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen AX. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen AX | 1998 Fiat Barchetta | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | AX | Barchetta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2280 mm |
