1984 Citroen Axel vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo 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 Volkswagen Lupo. (47 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Axel should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 95 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, 1984 Citroen Axel (98 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo. (86 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Axel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Lupo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Axel | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Axel | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 67.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2330 mm |
