1973 Simca 1301 vs. 1982 Simca 1100
To start off, 1982 Simca 1100 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Simca 1301 (51 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1982 Simca 1100. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 1982 Simca 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Simca 1301 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1982 Simca 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Simca 1100. (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Simca 1301 | 1982 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Simca | Simca |
| Model | 1301 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
