1990 Citroen CX vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1990 Citroen CX is newer by 18 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Citroen CX (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen CX weights approximately 370 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, 1990 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen CX | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | CX | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2230 mm |
