1984 Citroen BX vs. 1973 Simca 1301
To start off, 1984 Citroen BX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen BX (61 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Simca 1301 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1984 Citroen BX.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen BX | 1973 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | BX | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 61 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
