1985 Citroen Axel vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 20 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 656 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Honda Life is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Life (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Life should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen Axel weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Honda Life.
Because 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Citroen Axel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Life will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Honda Life (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Life will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Axel | 2005 Honda Life | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Axel | Life |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |
