1983 Citroen CX vs. 1978 Simca 1100
To start off, 1983 Citroen CX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen CX (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1978 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1978 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Citroen CX weights approximately 315 kg more than 1978 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, 1983 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen CX | 1978 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | CX | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |
