1982 Citroen CX vs. 1967 Simca 1000
To start off, 1982 Citroen CX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1000. (38 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Citroen CX weights approximately 475 kg more than 1967 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Simca 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Simca 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1000. (59 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen CX | 1967 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | CX | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 29 L |
