1976 Citroen CX vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 4 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 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 635 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, 1976 Citroen CX (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | CX | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2230 mm |
