1988 Citroen Axel vs. 2007 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2007 Maserati GranSport is newer by 19 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 910 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.
Because 2007 Maserati GranSport is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Maserati GranSport. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen Axel, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Maserati GranSport (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Citroen Axel | 2007 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | Citroen | Maserati |
Model | Axel | GranSport |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |