1985 Citroen Axel vs. 1959 Fiat 600
To start off, 1985 Citroen Axel is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 652 cc (2 cylinders), 1985 Citroen Axel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen Axel (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen Axel should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen Axel weights approximately 70 kg more than 1959 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 600 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 1959 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Citroen Axel (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen Axel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Axel | 1959 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Axel | 600 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 633 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2010 mm |
