1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 (106 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1974 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 Mercedes-Benz 220 (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | 220 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
