1985 Citroen Axel vs. 1997 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 12 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1985 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Axel | 1997 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Axel | 146 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
