1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1971 Simca 1301 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 247 kg more than 1971 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, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 (195 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Aston Martin DB4 | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Simca |
Model | DB4 | 1301 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |