1997 Citroen AX vs. 2000 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2000 Fiat Seicento is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,114 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1997 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 67 kg more than 1997 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, 2000 Fiat Seicento (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen AX | 2000 Fiat Seicento | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | AX | Seicento |
Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1114 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
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 | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2210 mm |