1976 Citroen CX vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1301 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 64 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 265 kg more than 1975 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, 1976 Citroen CX (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | CX | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
