1988 Citroen Axel vs. 2005 Daihatsu Charade
To start off, 2005 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 17 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 988 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Daihatsu Charade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daihatsu Charade (57 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen Axel weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 2005 Daihatsu Charade (89 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen Axel | 2005 Daihatsu Charade | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Axel | Charade |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2380 mm |
