1954 DKW Coupe vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1972 Simca 1301 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 DKW Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 DKW Coupe would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1301 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1954 DKW Coupe. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 1954 DKW Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1301 weights approximately 161 kg more than 1954 DKW Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 DKW Coupe. (69 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 DKW Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 DKW Coupe | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | DKW | Simca |
| Model | Coupe | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 879 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2530 mm |
