1984 Citroen Axel vs. 1989 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1989 Ford Festiva is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Axel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Axel would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Festiva (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Axel weights approximately 34 kg more than 1989 Ford Festiva.
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, 1989 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Axel | 1989 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Axel | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2300 mm |
