1979 Citroen CX vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 7 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 405 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, 1979 Citroen CX (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | CX | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2230 mm |
