1984 Citroen Axel vs. 1975 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1984 Citroen Axel is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Carina (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Carina weights approximately 130 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 1975 Toyota Carina 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 1975 Toyota Carina. 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, 1975 Toyota Carina (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Axel | 1975 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Axel | Carina |
Year Released | 1984 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2430 mm |