1994 Citroen AX vs. 1960 Citroen DS
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 457 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1960 Citroen DS (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1960 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1960 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | AX | DS |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3130 mm |
