1990 Citroen AX vs. 2006 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1990 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 618 kg more than 1990 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, 2006 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen AX | 2006 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | AX | Stilo |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |