1994 Citroen AX vs. 1967 Seat 600
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Seat 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 24 more horse power than 1967 Seat 600. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1967 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen AX weights approximately 93 kg more than 1967 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Seat 600 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 1967 Seat 600. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Seat 600. (48 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1967 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | AX | 600 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2010 mm |
