1955 Mercury Montclair vs. 1970 Simca 1301
To start off, 1970 Simca 1301 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Mercury Montclair (159 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Mercury Montclair (323 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1955 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Mercury Montclair | 1970 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Mercury | Simca |
Model | Montclair | 1301 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
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 | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2530 mm |