1975 Citroen CX vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1975 Citroen CX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Citroen CX weights approximately 530 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Citroen CX (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | CX | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2230 mm |
