1989 Citroen AX vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 20 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 415 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.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen AX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen AX. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen AX | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | AX | Panda |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 35 L |