1987 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1987 Citroen Axel
To start off, both 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 and 1987 Citroen Axel were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 (113 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1987 Citroen Axel | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
Model | 33 | Axel |
Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |