1984 Citroen Axel vs. 1999 Fiat Duna
To start off, 1999 Fiat Duna is newer by 15 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Axel (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Axel should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Duna weights approximately 55 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, 1999 Fiat Duna (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Axel. (98 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Axel | 1999 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Axel | Duna |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |
