1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1973 Simca 1301
To start off, 1973 Simca 1301 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP) has 231 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 426 kg more than 1973 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, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 1973 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Simca |
| Model | DB6 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2530 mm |
