1966 Marcos 1800 vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1971 Simca 1301 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Marcos 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Marcos 1800 (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Marcos 1800 should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Simca 1301 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1966 Marcos 1800.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Marcos 1800 (149 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Marcos 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Marcos 1800 | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Marcos | Simca |
Model | 1800 | 1301 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1783 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2530 mm |