1984 Citroen Axel vs. 1983 Lancia Prisma
To start off, 1984 Citroen Axel is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Prisma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Prisma would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Lancia Prisma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Prisma (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Axel. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Prisma should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lancia Prisma weights approximately 75 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Lancia Prisma (129 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Axel. (98 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1983 Lancia Prisma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Axel | 1983 Lancia Prisma | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Axel | Prisma |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
