1984 Citroen Axel vs. 1968 Riley 4
To start off, 1984 Citroen Axel is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Riley 4 (67 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Axel. (56 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Riley 4 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Riley 4 weights approximately 288 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 1968 Riley 4 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 1968 Riley 4. 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, 1968 Riley 4 (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Axel. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Axel | 1968 Riley 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Riley |
Model | Axel | 4 |
Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1129 cc | 1622 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 81 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1148 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |