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


 

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