1986 Citroen Axel vs. 1986 Renault Alpine
To start off, both 1986 Citroen Axel and 1986 Renault Alpine were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault Alpine (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault Alpine weights approximately 362 kg more than 1986 Citroen Axel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Renault Alpine 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 1986 Renault Alpine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Renault Alpine (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Citroen Axel | 1986 Renault Alpine | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Axel | Alpine |
Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 651 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2350 mm |