1974 Simca 1301 vs. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton
To start off, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton is newer by 9 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 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Vauxhall Carlton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Vauxhall Carlton weights approximately 161 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, 1983 Vauxhall Carlton (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Vauxhall Carlton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 1983 Vauxhall Carlton | |
| Make | Simca | Vauxhall |
| Model | 1301 | Carlton |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |
