1968 Simca 1301 vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1972 Simca 1301 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Simca 1301 (68 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1301 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1968 Simca 1301.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Simca 1301 (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Simca 1301 | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Simca | Simca |
| Model | 1301 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1475 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
