1972 Simca 1100 vs. 2010 Citroen C6
To start off, 2010 Citroen C6 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C6 (209 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1100. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C6 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1972 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Citroen C6 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1100 | 2010 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Simca | Citroen |
| Model | 1100 | C6 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 944 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2910 mm |
