1974 Simca 1301 vs. 1991 Tata Estate
To start off, 1991 Tata Estate is newer by 17 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 1,947 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Tata Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Tata Estate (67 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Tata Estate should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Tata Estate weights approximately 626 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, 1991 Tata Estate (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Tata Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 1991 Tata Estate | |
| Make | Simca | Tata |
| Model | 1301 | Estate |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
