1955 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 1975 Simca 1301 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Aston Martin DB3 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1301 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1955 Aston Martin DB3.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Aston Martin DB3 (244 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1955 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Aston Martin DB3 | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Simca |
| Model | DB3 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
