1994 Citroen AX vs. 1967 Wartburg 353
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 353. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 353 would be higher. At 1,527 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen AX (55 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 353. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 353. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Wartburg 353 weights approximately 134 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX.
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, 1967 Wartburg 353 (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (96 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1967 Wartburg 353 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1967 Wartburg 353 | |
| Make | Citroen | Wartburg |
| Model | AX | 353 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 44 L |
