1974 Simca 1301 vs. 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern
To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern would be higher. At 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Simca 1301 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. (45 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Simca 1301 should accelerate faster than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 1952 Vauxhall Wyvern | |
| Make | Simca | Vauxhall |
| Model | 1301 | Wyvern |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2730 mm |
