1994 Citroen AX vs. 1963 DAF 600
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 DAF 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 DAF 600 would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen AX (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1963 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1963 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen AX weights approximately 38 kg more than 1963 DAF 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen AX (74 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1994 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1963 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Citroen | DAF |
| Model | AX | 600 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2060 mm |
