1987 Citroen AX vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1301 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1301 weights approximately 288 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Simca 1301 (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | AX | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
