1974 Simca 1301 vs. 1995 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1995 Westfield ZEI is newer by 21 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Westfield ZEI (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 294 kg more than 1995 Westfield ZEI.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Westfield ZEI (162 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 1995 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Simca | Westfield |
| Model | 1301 | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2340 mm |
