1994 Citroen AX vs. 1974 Fiat 133
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen AX (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 133 weights approximately 22 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX.
Because 1974 Fiat 133 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 1974 Fiat 133. 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, 1994 Citroen AX (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1974 Fiat 133 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | AX | 133 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2030 mm |
