1988 Citroen Axel vs. 1983 Ford Meteor
To start off, 1988 Citroen Axel is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Meteor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Meteor (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Meteor should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Meteor weights approximately 65 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.
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, 1983 Ford Meteor (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Meteor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Axel | 1983 Ford Meteor | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Axel | Meteor |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| 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 | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |
