1969 Simca 1301 vs. 2011 Citroen C1
To start off, 2011 Citroen C1 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Simca 1301 (68 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C1 weights approximately 477 kg more than 1969 Simca 1301.
Because 1969 Simca 1301 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Simca 1301. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C1, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Simca 1301 (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Simca 1301 | 2011 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Simca | Citroen |
| Model | 1301 | C1 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1475 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1472 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 35 L |
