1985 Citroen BX vs. 1972 Simca 1100
To start off, 1985 Citroen BX is newer by 13 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 1,359 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen BX (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1100. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1100 weights approximately 22 kg more than 1985 Citroen BX.
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, 1985 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen BX | 1972 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | BX | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 47 L |
