1958 Abarth 750 vs. 1984 Citroen Axel
To start off, 1984 Citroen Axel is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,129 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Axel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 750 (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Axel. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Axel weights approximately 320 kg more than 1958 Abarth 750.
Because 1958 Abarth 750 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 1958 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Axel, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Citroen Axel (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Axel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 750 | 1984 Citroen Axel | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 750 | Axel |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2380 mm |
