1974 Simca 1301 vs. 1972 Simca 1100
To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Simca 1301 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1100 (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 104 kg more than 1972 Simca 1100.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Simca 1301 (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1100. (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Simca 1301 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 1972 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Simca | Simca |
| Model | 1301 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2530 mm |
