1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1986 Citroen Axel
To start off, 1986 Citroen Axel is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 70 kg more than 1986 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, 1984 Citroen Visa (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen Visa | 1986 Citroen Axel | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Visa | Axel |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |
