1987 Citroen Axel vs. 2007 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 20 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Croma (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Croma weights approximately 785 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.
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, 2007 Fiat Croma (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen Axel | 2007 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Axel | Croma |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
