2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C3 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 294 kg more than 1972 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, 2009 Citroen C3 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | C3 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
