1968 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1970 Simca 1301
To start off, 1970 Simca 1301 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 (245 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 670 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, 1968 Jaguar XJ6 (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Jaguar XJ6 | 1970 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Jaguar | Simca |
Model | XJ6 | 1301 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 75 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2530 mm |