1960 Jaguar XK vs. 1973 Simca 1301
To start off, 1973 Simca 1301 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Jaguar XK (187 HP) has 136 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar XK weights approximately 433 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, 1960 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1960 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar XK | 1973 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Simca |
| Model | XK | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1473 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2530 mm |
