2002 Citroen C5 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2002 Citroen C5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C5 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1972 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, 2002 Citroen C5 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C5 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | C5 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2230 mm |
