1974 Simca 1301 vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 579 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, 2010 Citroen C5 (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Simca | Citroen |
| Model | 1301 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1593 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
