1989 Citroen AX vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 23 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1989 Citroen AX. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Fit weights approximately 407 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, 2012 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen AX. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen AX | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | AX | Fit |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |
