1969 Porsche 911 vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1972 Simca 1301 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Porsche 911 (125 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1301 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1969 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Porsche 911 (176 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Porsche 911 | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Porsche | Simca |
| Model | 911 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2530 mm |
