1984 Citroen Axel vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 20 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 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Axel. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 655 kg more than 1984 Citroen Axel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Axel, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (377 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Axel. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Axel | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | Axel | 911 |
Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1129 cc | 3595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2360 mm |