1984 Citroen Axel vs. 1974 Fiat 130
To start off, 1984 Citroen Axel is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Axel. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 740 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Axel. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Axel | 1974 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Axel | 130 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1129 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |
