1974 Simca 1301 vs. 2000 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 26 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 1,328 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Suzuki Ignis (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Simca 1301 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Ignis.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Suzuki Ignis (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 2000 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Simca | Suzuki |
| Model | 1301 | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2370 mm |
