1987 Citroen Axel vs. 1999 Mazda RX-01
To start off, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen Axel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen Axel would be higher. At 2,610 cc, 1999 Mazda RX-01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (217 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda RX-01 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Axel.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Mazda RX-01 (216 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda RX-01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Axel | 1999 Mazda RX-01 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Axel | RX-01 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2610 cc |
| Engine Type | boxer | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2350 mm |
