1989 Citroen Axel vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 18 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1989 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 290 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen Axel | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Axel | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2490 mm |
