1987 Citroen AX vs. 1949 Simca 8
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Simca 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Simca 8 would be higher. At 1,220 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Simca 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Simca 8 (49 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Simca 8 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Simca 8 weights approximately 228 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Simca 8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Simca 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1949 Simca 8 (88 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1949 Simca 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1949 Simca 8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | AX | 8 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1220 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
