1988 Citroen Axel vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 475 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Porsche 911 (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 615 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Axel | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | Axel | 911 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 665 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2280 mm |
