1974 Simca 1301 vs. 2010 Kia Carens
To start off, 2010 Kia Carens is newer by 36 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Carens weights approximately 475 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, 2010 Kia Carens (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Simca 1301 | 2010 Kia Carens | |
| Make | Simca | Kia |
| Model | 1301 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2570 mm |
