1988 Citroen Axel vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 1999 Ford Focus is newer by 11 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 1,387 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Focus (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Focus weights approximately 370 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, 1999 Ford Focus (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Axel | 1999 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Axel | Focus |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 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 | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
