1973 Simca 1301 vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 39 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (222 HP) has 171 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Simca 1301 | 2012 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Simca | SsangYong |
| Model | 1301 | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 222 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2970 mm |
