1989 Citroen Axel vs. 1967 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1989 Citroen Axel is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat Dino (178 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1989 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat Dino weights approximately 580 kg more than 1989 Citroen Axel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Fiat Dino 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 1967 Fiat Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1967 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen Axel | 1967 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Axel | Dino |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2560 mm |
