1989 Citroen Axel vs. 1995 Subaru Vivio
To start off, 1995 Subaru Vivio is newer by 6 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 657 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Subaru Vivio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Subaru Vivio (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1989 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Subaru Vivio should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen Axel weights approximately 170 kg more than 1995 Subaru Vivio.
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, 1995 Subaru Vivio (54 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Subaru Vivio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen Axel | 1995 Subaru Vivio | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Axel | Vivio |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2320 mm |
