1974 Simca 1301 vs. 1980 Ford Laser
To start off, 1980 Ford Laser is newer by 6 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 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Laser (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 179 kg more than 1980 Ford Laser.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 1980 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Simca | Ford |
| Model | 1301 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |
