1988 Citroen Axel vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, both 1988 Citroen Axel and 1988 Fiat Tipo were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 360 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (156 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Axel. 1988 Fiat Tipo has automatic transmission and 1988 Citroen Axel has manual transmission. 1988 Citroen Axel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Fiat Tipo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Axel | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Axel | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
