1992 Citroen AX vs. 1963 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1992 Citroen AX is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Citroen AX (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Toyota Corona weights approximately 218 kg more than 1992 Citroen AX.
Because 1963 Toyota Corona 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 1963 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Citroen AX (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen AX | 1963 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | AX | Corona |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
