2002 Citroen C3 vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 2002 Citroen C3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C3 (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C3 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1971 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, 2002 Citroen C3 (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C3 | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | C3 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2530 mm |
