1974 Simca 1301 vs. 1978 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1978 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 4 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 582 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, 1978 Pontiac Firebird (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 1978 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Simca | Pontiac |
| Model | 1301 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2750 mm |
