1991 Citroen BX vs. 1975 Simca 1501
To start off, 1991 Citroen BX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1501 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Simca 1501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Citroen BX (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1501. (61 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1501 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1991 Citroen BX.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Citroen BX (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1501. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen BX | 1975 Simca 1501 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | BX | 1501 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
