1949 Citroen 15 vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Citroen 15 weights approximately 286 kg more than 1974 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, 1949 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1949 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Citroen 15 | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Citroen | Simca |
Model | 15 | 1301 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2530 mm |