2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 32 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C5 (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 520 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, 2004 Citroen C5 (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | C5 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2230 mm |
