1960 Abarth Spider Riviera vs. 1989 Citroen Axel
To start off, 1989 Citroen Axel is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera would be higher. At 832 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen Axel weights approximately 210 kg more than 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera.
Because 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera 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 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth Spider Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth Spider Riviera | 1989 Citroen Axel | |
Make | Abarth | Citroen |
Model | Spider Riviera | Axel |
Year Released | 1960 | 1989 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 832 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 610 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3640 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2380 mm |