1984 Citroen Axel vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 23 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 2,446 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Axel. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 811 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.
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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Axel. (98 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Axel | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Axel | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2810 mm |
