1984 Citroen Axel vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1984 Citroen Axel is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corolla (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Axel. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Axel weights approximately 20 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Toyota Corolla (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Axel. (98 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Axel | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Axel | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2340 mm |
