1989 Citroen Axel vs. 1984 Citroen Visa
To start off, 1989 Citroen Axel is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Visa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Visa would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1989 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 70 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.
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, 1984 Citroen Visa (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen Axel | 1984 Citroen Visa | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Axel | Visa |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
