1989 Citroen Axel vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1989 Citroen Axel is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1989 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 330 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen Axel | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Axel | Luce |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
