1988 Citroen Axel vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1988 Citroen Axel is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1500 (80 HP) has 46 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Axel. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1988 Citroen Axel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 1500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Fiat 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen Axel, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Fiat 1500 (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Axel | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Axel | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2350 mm |
