1994 Citroen AX vs. 1978 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,527 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 80 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (96 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1978 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | AX | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 51 L |
