1984 Citroen Axel vs. 1974 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1984 Citroen Axel is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,422 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Axel (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (48 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Axel should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 70 kg more than 1984 Citroen Axel.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Citroen Axel (98 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen Passat. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Axel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Axel | 1974 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Axel | Passat |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2480 mm |
