1964 Simca 1300 vs. 1973 Simca 1301
To start off, 1973 Simca 1301 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Simca 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Simca 1300 would be higher. Both 1964 Simca 1300 and 1973 Simca 1301 are equipped with a 1,290 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 51 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Simca 1301 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1964 Simca 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1964 Simca 1300 (102 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1964 Simca 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Simca 1300 | 1973 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Simca | Simca |
| Model | 1300 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
