2000 Citroen C1 vs. 1965 Simca 1300
To start off, 2000 Citroen C1 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Simca 1300 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Simca 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1965 Simca 1300. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1965 Simca 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Simca 1300 weights approximately 121 kg more than 2000 Citroen C1.
Because 1965 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 1965 Simca 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C1, 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, 1965 Simca 1300 (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Simca 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen C1 | 1965 Simca 1300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | C1 | 1300 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 60 L |
