1987 Citroen Axel vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1987 Citroen Axel is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Axel.
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, 1983 Toyota Corolla (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Axel | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Axel | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
