1993 Citroen Bx vs. 1966 Simca 1300
To start off, 1993 Citroen Bx is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 1,359 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Bx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Bx (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Bx should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Simca 1300 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1993 Citroen Bx.
Because 1966 Simca 1300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Simca 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Bx, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Citroen Bx (109 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1300. (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Bx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Bx | 1966 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | Bx | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
