1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1987 Citroen Axel
To start off, 1987 Citroen Axel is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley QB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley QB would be higher. At 692 cc (2 cylinders), 1959 Berkeley QB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Berkeley QB (49 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Axel. (34 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Berkeley QB should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen Axel weights approximately 439 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB.
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, 1959 Berkeley QB (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Berkeley QB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Berkeley QB | 1987 Citroen Axel | |
Make | Berkeley | Citroen |
Model | QB | Axel |
Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 692 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 34 HP |
Torque | 61 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2380 mm |