1996 Citroen C 15 vs. 1964 Simca 1000
To start off, 1996 Citroen C 15 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Simca 1000 (51 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1964 Simca 1000.
Because 1964 Simca 1000 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 1964 Simca 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Citroen C 15, 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, 1964 Simca 1000 (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1964 Simca 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen C 15 | 1964 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | C 15 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 36 L |
