1989 Citroen AX vs. 2001 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 12 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 590 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, 2001 Fiat Stilo (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen AX. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen AX | 2001 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | AX | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 58 L |
