1987 Citroen AX vs. 1959 Simca Aronde
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Simca Aronde. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Simca Aronde would be higher. At 1,293 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (95 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Simca Aronde. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1959 Simca Aronde. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Simca Aronde weights approximately 274 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX.
Because 1959 Simca Aronde 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 1959 Simca Aronde. 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, 1987 Citroen AX (115 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Simca Aronde. (89 Nm). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Simca Aronde.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1959 Simca Aronde | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | AX | Aronde |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1293 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 39 L |
