1987 Citroen AX vs. 1980 Simca 1100
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (54 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1980 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1980 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Simca 1100 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1987 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, 1987 Citroen AX (89 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1980 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | AX | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
