1992 Citroen AX vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen AX would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Croma (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1992 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Croma weights approximately 873 kg more than 1992 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, 2012 Fiat Croma (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen AX | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | AX | Croma |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 62 L |
