1974 Simca 1301 vs. 1966 Vauxhall VX4
To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Vauxhall VX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Vauxhall VX4 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Vauxhall VX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Vauxhall VX4 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Vauxhall VX4 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 9 kg more than 1966 Vauxhall VX4.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Vauxhall VX4 (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Vauxhall VX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 1966 Vauxhall VX4 | |
| Make | Simca | Vauxhall |
| Model | 1301 | VX4 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |
