1994 Citroen XM vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1994 Citroen XM is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen XM (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 355 kg more than 1974 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 XM (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | XM | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
