1994 Citroen Xantia vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1994 Citroen Xantia is newer by 22 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 160 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, 1994 Citroen Xantia (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Xantia | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | Xantia | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 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 |
