1956 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1970 Simca 1301
To start off, 1970 Simca 1301 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1970 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, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Aston Martin DB2 | 1970 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Simca |
Model | DB2 | 1301 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 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 |