1988 Citroen Axel vs. 1965 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1988 Citroen Axel is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Coupe weights approximately 410 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Fiat Coupe (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Axel | 1965 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Axel | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
