1988 Citroen Axel vs. 1992 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1992 Ford Festiva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen Axel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen Axel would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Festiva (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen Axel weights approximately 10 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva.
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, 1992 Ford Festiva (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Axel | 1992 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Axel | Festiva |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2300 mm |
