1989 Citroen Axel vs. 2000 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2000 Fiat Seicento is newer by 11 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 1,114 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen Axel weights approximately 85 kg more than 2000 Fiat Seicento.
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, 2000 Fiat Seicento (84 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen Axel | 2000 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Axel | Seicento |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1114 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2210 mm |
