1973 Simca 1301 vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 25 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (141 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 330 kg more than 1973 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Simca 1301 | 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Simca | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 1301 | Magna |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
