1974 Simca 1301 vs. 1976 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1976 Triumph TR7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Triumph TR7 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 36 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, 1976 Triumph TR7 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 1976 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Simca | Triumph |
| Model | 1301 | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2170 mm |
