1994 Citroen AX vs. 1989 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen AX (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Uno weights approximately 142 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX.
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, 1989 Fiat Uno (75 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1989 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | AX | Uno |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 63.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2370 mm |
