1985 Citroen Axel vs. 1988 Holden Barina
To start off, 1988 Holden Barina is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen Axel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen Axel would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen Axel weights approximately 90 kg more than 1988 Holden Barina.
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, 1988 Holden Barina (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Axel | 1988 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | Axel | Barina |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2250 mm |
