1994 Citroen AX vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 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 5 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1000 weights approximately 107 kg more than 1994 Citroen AX.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Citroen AX (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | AX | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2230 mm |
