1984 Citroen Axel vs. 1996 Mazda 121
To start off, 1996 Mazda 121 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. Both 1984 Citroen Axel and 1996 Mazda 121 are equipped with a 1,299 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Axel (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Mazda 121. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Axel should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 121 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1984 Citroen Axel.
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, 1996 Mazda 121 (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Axel. (98 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 121 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Axel | 1996 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Axel | 121 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
