1954 Mercury Montclair vs. 1973 Simca 1301
To start off, 1973 Simca 1301 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 4,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercury Montclair (158 HP) has 107 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Mercury Montclair (323 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1301. (100 Nm). This means 1954 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Mercury Montclair | 1973 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Mercury | Simca |
Model | Montclair | 1301 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4192 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 51 HP |
Torque | 323 Nm | 100 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2530 mm |