1988 Citroen Axel vs. 1968 Honda S800
To start off, 1988 Citroen Axel is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S800 would be higher. At 791 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Honda S800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Honda S800 (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Honda S800 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen Axel weights approximately 106 kg more than 1968 Honda S800.
Because 1968 Honda S800 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 1968 Honda S800. 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, 1968 Honda S800 (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Honda S800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Axel | 1968 Honda S800 | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Axel | S800 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2010 mm |
