1989 Citroen BX vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1989 Citroen BX is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen BX (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen BX weights approximately 155 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Citroen BX (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen BX | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | BX | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2230 mm |
