1989 Citroen Axel vs. 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe
To start off, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe is newer by 9 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 652 cc (2 cylinders), 1989 Citroen Axel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen Axel weights approximately 100 kg more than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe.
Because 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Citroen Axel, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe (80 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen Axel | 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | |
Make | Citroen | MCC |
Model | Axel | Smart & Pulse City Coupe |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 1820 mm |