2002 Citroen C8 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2002 Citroen C8 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 2,175 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C8 (127 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 948 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 C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | C8 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2230 mm |
