1961 Abarth 700 vs. 1987 Citroen Axel
To start off, 1987 Citroen Axel is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 696 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Abarth 700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen Axel weights approximately 250 kg more than 1961 Abarth 700.
Because 1961 Abarth 700 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 1961 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1961 Abarth 700 (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 700 | 1987 Citroen Axel | |
Make | Abarth | Citroen |
Model | 700 | Axel |
Year Released | 1961 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 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 | 570 kg | 820 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 |