1984 Citroen Axel vs. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 22 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 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Axel. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 680 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 2006 Maserati Quattroporte 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 2006 Maserati Quattroporte. 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, 2006 Maserati Quattroporte (442 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Axel. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Axel | 2006 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | Axel | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1129 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3070 mm |
