1987 Citroen Axel vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1987 Citroen Axel is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1976 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Sprinter (99 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 45 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, 1976 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Axel | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Axel | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2340 mm |
