1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1972 AMC Ambassador is newer by 1 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (220 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 793 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (428 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | AMC | Simca |
| Model | Ambassador | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2530 mm |
