1987 Citroen Axel vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, 1987 Citroen Axel is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 929 weights approximately 250 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Axel | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Axel | 929 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
