1985 Citroen CX vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 380 kg more than 1974 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | CX | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2530 mm |
