1994 Citroen AX vs. 1963 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Kadett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Kadett would be higher. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Opel Kadett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen AX (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1963 Opel Kadett. (47 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Opel Kadett weights approximately 34 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX.
Because 1963 Opel Kadett 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 Opel Kadett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Citroen AX (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Kadett. (70 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen AX | 1963 Opel Kadett | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | AX | Kadett |
Year Released | 1994 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 48 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 61 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2330 mm |