1964 Citroen DS vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Citroen DS (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Citroen DS weights approximately 141 kg more than 1974 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, 1964 Citroen DS (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1964 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Citroen DS | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | DS | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1290 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 | 144 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2530 mm |
