1991 Citroen AX vs. 1983 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1991 Citroen AX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Uno 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 4 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Uno weights approximately 43 kg more than 1991 Citroen AX.
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, 1991 Citroen AX (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen AX | 1983 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | AX | Uno |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
