1990 Citroen AX vs. 1988 Citroen Axel
To start off, 1990 Citroen AX 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 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen AX (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Axel. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen Axel weights approximately 98 kg more than 1990 Citroen AX.
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 Citroen AX (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Axel. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen AX | 1988 Citroen Axel | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | AX | Axel |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2380 mm |
