1984 Citroen Axel vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 12 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 656 cc (3 cylinders), 1996 Honda Today is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Axel weights approximately 110 kg more than 1996 Honda Today.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen Axel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Honda Today (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Today will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Axel | 1996 Honda Today | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Axel | Today |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
