1984 Citroen Axel vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 1991 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 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 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Axel. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 911 weights approximately 300 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Axel. (98 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Axel | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | Axel | 911 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
