1997 Citroen AX vs. 1974 Fiat 127
To start off, 1997 Citroen AX is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen AX (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 127 weights approximately 37 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 Citroen AX (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen AX | 1974 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | AX | 127 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2230 mm |
