1958 AC 2-Litre vs. 1973 Simca 1301
To start off, 1973 Simca 1301 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 AC 2-Litre (76 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 AC 2-Litre should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 280 kg more than 1973 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, 1958 AC 2-Litre (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1958 AC 2-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC 2-Litre | 1973 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | AC | Simca |
| Model | 2-Litre | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2530 mm |
