1985 Citroen Axel vs. 2010 Kia Soul
To start off, 2010 Kia Soul is newer by 25 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Soul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Soul (142 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1985 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Soul should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Soul weights approximately 450 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, 2010 Kia Soul (186 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Soul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen Axel | 2010 Kia Soul | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | Axel | Soul |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
