1984 Citroen Axel vs. 1984 Hyundai Stellar
To start off, both 1984 Citroen Axel and 1984 Hyundai Stellar were released in the same year (1984). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Hyundai Stellar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Hyundai Stellar (73 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Axel. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Hyundai Stellar should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Hyundai Stellar weights approximately 174 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 1984 Hyundai Stellar 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 1984 Hyundai Stellar. 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, 1984 Hyundai Stellar (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Axel. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Hyundai Stellar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Axel | 1984 Hyundai Stellar | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Axel | Stellar |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1129 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 76.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1034 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
