1994 Citroen AX vs. 1963 Riley Elf
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Riley Elf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Riley Elf 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 14 more horse power than 1963 Riley Elf. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1963 Riley Elf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen AX weights approximately 18 kg more than 1963 Riley Elf. 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, 1994 Citroen AX (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Riley Elf. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Riley Elf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1963 Riley Elf | |
| Make | Citroen | Riley |
| Model | AX | Elf |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2040 mm |
