1962 AC Aceca vs. 1987 Citroen Axel
To start off, 1987 Citroen Axel is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 AC Aceca (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen Axel weights approximately 29 kg more than 1962 AC Aceca.
Because 1962 AC Aceca 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 1962 AC Aceca. 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, 1962 AC Aceca (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1962 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Aceca | 1987 Citroen Axel | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Aceca | Axel |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2380 mm |
