1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 224 kg more than 1972 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | Xantia | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
