1991 Citroen AX vs. 2004 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1991 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 817 kg more than 1991 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, 2004 Fiat Stilo (311 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen AX | 2004 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | AX | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |
