1960 Citroen DS vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1972 Simca 1301 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Citroen DS (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 244 kg more than 1972 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1960 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm). This means 1960 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Citroen DS | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | DS | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2530 mm |
