1968 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Porsche 911 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Porsche 911 weights approximately 10 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 Porsche 911 (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Porsche 911 | 1970 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Porsche | Simca |
Model | 911 | 1301 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2530 mm |