1984 Citroen Axel vs. 2009 Daihatsu Cuore
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore is newer by 25 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, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Axel. (60 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Cuore should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Axel weights approximately 110 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore.
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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Axel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Cuore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Axel | 2009 Daihatsu Cuore | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Axel | Cuore |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2500 mm |
