1994 Citroen AX vs. 1985 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,116 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Ritmo (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 172 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, 1985 Fiat Ritmo (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1985 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 | 1985 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | AX | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
