1997 Citroen AX vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 1997 Citroen AX is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Simca 1000 (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Simca 1000 weights approximately 62 kg more than 1997 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen AX (74 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 1997 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen AX | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | AX | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| 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 | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 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 | 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 |
