1994 Citroen AX vs. 1961 Fiat Berline
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat Berline (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Berline weights approximately 602 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat Berline 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 1961 Fiat Berline. 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, 1961 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1961 Fiat Berline | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | AX | Berline |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
