1988 Citroen Axel vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina is newer by 8 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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Carina (107 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 325 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, 1996 Toyota Carina (155 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen Axel | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Axel | Carina |
Year Released | 1988 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |