1974 Saab 99 vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 1975 Simca 1301 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Saab 99 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Saab 99 (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Saab 99 should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Saab 99 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1975 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 Saab 99 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Saab 99 | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Saab | Simca |
| Model | 99 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2530 mm |
