1989 Citroen AX vs. 2002 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2002 Fiat Siena is newer by 13 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Fiat Siena (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Fiat Siena weights approximately 325 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, 2002 Fiat Siena (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen AX. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen AX | 2002 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | AX | Siena |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2380 mm |
