1994 Citroen AX vs. 1975 Fiat Mirafiori

To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat Mirafiori would be higher. At 1,583 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Fiat Mirafiori is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Fiat Mirafiori (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Fiat Mirafiori should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat Mirafiori weights approximately 347 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 1975 Fiat Mirafiori 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 1975 Fiat Mirafiori. 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, 1975 Fiat Mirafiori (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1975 Fiat Mirafiori will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Citroen AX 1975 Fiat Mirafiori
Make Citroen Fiat
Model AX Mirafiori
Year Released 1994 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 954 cc 1583 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 48 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 74 Nm 124 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 70 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 62 mm 71.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 9.2:1
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 1015 kg
Vehicle Length 3510 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2290 mm 2500 mm