1990 Citroen AX vs. 1957 Fiat 500
To start off, 1990 Citroen AX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen AX (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen AX weights approximately 252 kg more than 1957 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen AX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Citroen AX (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen AX | 1957 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | AX | 500 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1957 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 479 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 14 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 24 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 67.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 2980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |