1974 Avanti Avanti vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 1974 Avanti Avanti is newer by 2 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 6,569 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 570 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, 1974 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (101 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Avanti Avanti | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Avanti | Simca |
| Model | Avanti | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 6569 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2530 mm |
