1974 Simca 1301 vs. 1963 Singer Vogue II
To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Singer Vogue II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Singer Vogue II would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Singer Vogue II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Singer Vogue II (57 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Singer Vogue II should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Singer Vogue II weights approximately 78 kg more than 1974 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, 1963 Singer Vogue II (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1963 Singer Vogue II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 1963 Singer Vogue II | |
| Make | Simca | Singer |
| Model | 1301 | Vogue II |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2570 mm |
