1971 Simca 1200S vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Simca 1200S (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 159 kg more than 1971 Simca 1200S.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Simca 1200S (105 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Simca 1200S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1200S | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Simca | Simca |
| Model | 1200S | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1204 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2530 mm |
