2003 Citroen C vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 2003 Citroen C is newer by 32 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C (58 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Simca 1301 weights approximately 104 kg more than 2003 Citroen C.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen C. (94 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | C | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 936 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2530 mm |
