2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 1961 Simca 1000
To start off, 2001 Citroen Xsara is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1961 Simca 1000. (51 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1961 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 522 kg more than 1961 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Citroen Xsara (255 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Simca 1000. (73 Nm). This means 2001 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 1961 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | Xsara | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 36 L |
