1971 Simca 1301 vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 570 kg more than 1971 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Simca 1301 | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | Simca | Acura |
| Model | 1301 | CL |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2580 mm |
