1970 Simca 1301 vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 1970 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 550 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Simca 1301 | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Simca | Porsche |
Model | 1301 | 911 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2360 mm |