1994 Citroen AX vs. 1963 Simca 1000
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Simca 1000 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Simca 1000 weights approximately 62 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.
Because 1963 Simca 1000 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 Simca 1000. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Simca 1000. (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1963 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | AX | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2230 mm |
