1989 Citroen Axel vs. 1991 Fiat Panda
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen Axel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen Axel would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Fiat Panda (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1989 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen Axel weights approximately 60 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen Axel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1991 Fiat Panda (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen Axel | 1991 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Axel | Panda |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2170 mm |
