1978 Citroen CX vs. 1972 Simca 1100
To start off, 1978 Citroen CX is newer by 6 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Citroen CX (74 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen CX weights approximately 458 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, 1978 Citroen CX (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1978 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen CX | 1972 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | CX | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |
