1994 Citroen AX vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 17 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 1,527 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen AX (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Panda weights approximately 125 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, 1994 Citroen AX (96 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | AX | Panda |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 35 L |
