1969 Opel Rekord vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Rekord (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Rekord weights approximately 71 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, 1969 Opel Rekord (151 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Rekord | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Opel | Simca |
| Model | Rekord | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
