1990 Citroen BX vs. 1984 Citroen Axel
To start off, 1990 Citroen BX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen Axel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen Axel would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1984 Citroen Axel. (56 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen Axel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen BX weights approximately 70 kg more than 1984 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 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen Axel. (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen Axel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen BX | 1984 Citroen Axel | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | BX | Axel |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 65.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
