1989 Citroen Axel vs. 1996 Fiat Palio
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 7 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Palio (92 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1989 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Palio weights approximately 155 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, 1996 Fiat Palio (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen Axel | 1996 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Axel | Palio |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |
