1994 Citroen AX vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Panda (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 342 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | AX | Panda |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2310 mm |
