1974 Simca 1301 vs. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 30 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 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 616 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, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 2004 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Simca | SsangYong |
| Model | 1301 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1014 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2910 mm |
