1990 Audi 80 vs. 1988 Citroen Axel
To start off, 1990 Audi 80 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen Axel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen Axel would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi 80 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi 80 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1988 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, 1990 Audi 80 (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Audi 80 | 1988 Citroen Axel | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 80 | Axel |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |
