1998 Citroen AX vs. 2007 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2007 Fiat Stilo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Stilo (99 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1998 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 802 kg more than 1998 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, 2007 Fiat Stilo (200 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen AX. (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen AX | 2007 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | AX | Stilo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 1909 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 19.0:1 |
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 | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2610 mm |