1972 Simca 1301 vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 902 kg more than 1972 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Simca 1301 | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Simca | Jaguar |
| Model | 1301 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3032 mm |
