1995 Citroen AX vs. 1949 Ferrari 125 F1
To start off, 1995 Citroen AX is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 would be higher. At 1,500 cc (12 cylinders), 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 (227 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1995 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 weights approximately 42 kg more than 1995 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Ferrari 125 F1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Citroen AX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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1995 Citroen AX | 1949 Ferrari 125 F1 | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | AX | 125 F1 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2170 mm |