1991 Citroen AX vs. 1969 Fiat 600
To start off, 1991 Citroen AX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 953 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen AX (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 600 weights approximately 162 kg more than 1991 Citroen AX.
Because 1969 Fiat 600 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 1969 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Citroen AX (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen AX | 1969 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | AX | 600 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2010 mm |
