1984 Citroen Axel vs. 1999 Honda Life
To start off, 1999 Honda Life 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Axel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Axel (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Axel should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Axel weights approximately 85 kg more than 1999 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Life 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, 1999 Honda Life 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, 1984 Citroen Axel (98 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Axel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Axel | 1999 Honda Life | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Axel | Life |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |
