1985 Citroen C vs. 1979 Simca 1100
To start off, 1985 Citroen C is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 953 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 44 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Simca 1100 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1985 Citroen C.
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 C (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen C | 1979 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | C | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 953 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 42 L |
