1994 Citroen AX vs. 1975 Simca 1100
To start off, 1994 Citroen AX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1100 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 4 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1100 weights approximately 212 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, 1994 Citroen AX (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen AX | 1975 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | AX | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2530 mm |
