1987 Alpine V6 vs. 1986 Citroen Axel
To start off, 1987 Alpine V6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Axel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Axel would be higher. At 2,457 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Alpine V6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alpine V6 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alpine V6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alpine V6 weights approximately 360 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 1987 Alpine V6 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 1987 Alpine V6. 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, 1987 Alpine V6 (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Alpine V6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alpine V6 | 1986 Citroen Axel | |
| Make | Alpine | Citroen |
| Model | V6 | Axel |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2380 mm |
