1994 Citroen AX vs. 1951 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,393 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen AX (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 462 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX.
Because 1951 Fiat 1400 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 1951 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1951 Fiat 1400 (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1951 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen AX | 1951 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | AX | 1400 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 6.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |