1984 Citroen Axel vs. 1954 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 1984 Citroen Axel is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Riley Pathfinder (108 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Axel. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Riley Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 660 kg more than 1984 Citroen Axel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Riley Pathfinder 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 1954 Riley Pathfinder. 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, 1954 Riley Pathfinder (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Axel. (98 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1954 Riley Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Axel | 1954 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Citroen | Riley |
| Model | Axel | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 120 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2860 mm |
