1958 Alpine A 106 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 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alpine A 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alpine A 106 (43 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alpine A 106 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Axel weights approximately 270 kg more than 1958 Alpine A 106.
Because 1958 Alpine A 106 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 Alpine A 106. 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 (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (45 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Axel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alpine A 106 | 1984 Citroen Axel | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | A 106 | Axel |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 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 | 550 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2380 mm |
